WHO hails Spain as 'role model' in hantavirus response – for once, not empty words (xataka.com)

• WHO chief Tedros praised Spain's hantavirus management as 'role model'.
• 125 evacuees, 3 deaths, 10 confirmed cases – coordination of 10 special flights.
• Criticism of Canary Islands for delay, but ultimately successful enforcement of maritime law.

"Spain received public praise from WHO, UN, EU, and European Council for managing the hantavirus outbreak on the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius. Despite initial resistance from Canary Islands authorities and local protests, an international evacuation operation with 10 special flights, 125 evacuees, and 3 deaths was successfully executed. The success is attributed to efficient coordination and protocol adherence, though structural flaws in Spanish federalism were exposed."