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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 6 MIN

Hantavirus cruise ship expected to arrive in Canary Islands, sparks local protests

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The MV Hondius cruise ship arrived at the port of Granadilla in Tenerife on May 10, 2026, amid intense local protests and a high-stakes standoff between regional and national authorities. The ship, which carried passengers from 23 different countries, became the center of a major public health operation after a hantavirus outbreak during its voyage from South America resulted in three deaths and eight confirmed or suspected cases.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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