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Hantavirus Response: The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius, with 147 passengers and crew, has been cleared to dock in Spain’s Canary Islands after WHO asked for the move on humanitarian grounds; three people have died and one is critically ill, while Cape Verde lacks the capacity to handle the medical surge. Evacuations: Two crew members (including a British national) are being prepared for urgent transfer to the Netherlands, with a third person linked to a May 2 death also expected to be evacuated; WHO says the overall public health risk remains low. Falklands Fallout: In parallel, the Falkland Islands is tightening its planning for Middle East-linked fuel and shipping disruption, with local officials pointing to contingency work for SAAS and fuel coverage under existing arrangements. Diplomacy & Pressure: The Falklands government chief says leaked US thinking about “reviewing” UK sovereignty is being felt locally as political punishment tied to Trump’s Iran stance. Ireland Trade Snapshot: Ireland’s beef imports in 2025 totalled 40,977t, with the UK supplying 90%—a reminder of how quickly global shocks can ripple into supply chains.

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