The ECDC reported a low risk of a widespread hantavirus infection in Europe, despite an outbreak on the cruise ship m/v Hondius, where seven cases, including three deaths, have been identified. Spain's Ministry of Health is coordinating with the WHO to screen passengers. Hantaviruses are primarily transmitted through rodents, and the current outbreak's transmission method is still under investigation. The ship is anchored off Cabo Verde, with local authorities preventing disembarkation, while the atmosphere on board remains calm.