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WHO says the first case could not have occurred during the cruise – what is newly known about the hantavirus on the liner

The WHO reported that the first victim of hantavirus on the liner MV Hondius was infected before the voyage. Three deaths have been recorded on board, and the vessel is heading to Tenerife.

Health • May 7, 12:02 PM • 4516 views
Cruise ship with hantavirus leaves Cape Verde and heads for the Canaries

The vessel MV Hondius has left Cape Verde following the evacuation of three individuals due to a hantavirus outbreak. Two patients in serious condition have already arrived in the Netherlands.

Health • May 7, 06:05 AM • 5370 views
Masks, social distancing, and deaths on board – how passengers of the MV Hondius are living amid a hantavirus outbreakPhoto

Three people have died on board the MV Hondius due to a hantavirus outbreak. Five Ukrainians are among the crew, and the liner is currently en route to Spain.

Health • May 6, 02:56 PM • 45554 views
Liner with hantavirus outbreak requested landing in Tenerife on Saturday

The liner MV Hondius, with a hantavirus outbreak, will arrive in Tenerife on May 9 for evacuation. Canary Islands authorities criticize the delay in the repatriation of passengers.

Health • May 6, 12:38 PM • 4742 views
Three people evacuated from liner due to hantavirus; WHO assesses public health risk as "low"Photo

Three patients with suspected hantavirus were evacuated from a vessel to the Netherlands. The head of the WHO assesses the overall risk to human health as low.

Health • May 6, 11:30 AM • 4203 views
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship, two critically ill patients evacuated to the Netherlands

Due to a hantavirus outbreak on a liner in the Atlantic, two passengers are being urgently evacuated to the Netherlands. A person who was in contact with the deceased has also been evacuated.

Health • May 5, 09:35 PM • 4432 views
WHO assesses epidemic threat following hantavirus outbreak on Atlantic liner

Three people have died from hantavirus on a Dutch liner. The WHO states there is a low risk to the general public and no need for restrictions.

Health • May 4, 01:26 PM • 4302 views
Eurovision aims to bring back countries that announced a boycott over Israel

Eurovision management plans to bring back the countries that announced a boycott due to Israel's participation. The contest will strengthen control over political interference.

Culture • May 4, 10:26 AM • 9695 views
Britain creates a joint fleet with 9 countries as a "complement" to NATO to protect against the threat from Russia

Britain and 9 JEF countries will create maritime forces to protect against the threat from the Russian Federation in the north. The new fleet will operate without US participation as a complement to NATO forces.

News of the World • April 30, 06:00 AM • 4728 views
Negotiations involving over 50 countries on phasing out fossil fuels have launched in Colombia

More than 50 countries in Colombia are discussing the acceleration of the phase-out of oil and gas. President Petro warned of a climate point of no return.

News of the World • April 29, 03:11 AM • 3830 views
Germany investigates espionage via Signal: ministers' accounts hacked

In Germany, a case has been opened for espionage through phishing in Signal; victims include politicians, military personnel, journalists, and NATO representatives. Accounts of ministers Prien, Hubertz, and Bundestag President Klöckner have been hacked.

News of the World • April 25, 01:48 PM • 3460 views
Kremlin intensifies hybrid aggression against NATO countries - Netherlands intelligence

Kremlin systematically employs cyberattacks, disinformation, sabotage, and espionage against NATO. Russia is preparing for a regional conflict with the Alliance.

Politics • April 24, 08:36 PM • 21012 views
Ukraine is preparing its own air defense system together with Europe; several countries want to be involved in the project – Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the creation of a domestic air defense system jointly with Norway, Germany, and the Netherlands. The project is designed to overcome the arms deficit.

Politics • April 23, 12:11 PM • 2857 views
Zelenskyy announced new security agreements and the first information about the Drone Deal

Ukraine is preparing new bilateral agreements and expanding defense cooperation. The President announced details regarding the format of the Drone Deal in the near future.

Politics • April 22, 02:46 PM • 2525 views
The Netherlands will transfer an Alkmaar-class minehunter to Ukraine - what are its characteristics?Photo

Ukraine will receive the ship Zr. Ms. Makkum in June 2026 under the name Henichesk. The minehunter will strengthen the Navy and participate in the Sea Breeze exercises in 2027.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 11:19 AM • 4431 views
2,500-year-old golden helmet returned to Romania after theft in the NetherlandsPhoto

The ancient Cotofenești helmet and two bracelets were returned to Bucharest after being stolen from the Drenthe Museum. The artifacts were put on display under guard, and the search for another one is ongoing.

Culture • April 21, 11:57 PM • 13502 views
200,000 tulips bloomed in LvivPhoto

Over 30 varieties of tulips are blooming in Lviv at ten locations across the city. For the convenience of residents, a special online map of the blooming plants has been created.

Society • April 21, 01:08 PM • 6022 views
Zelenskyy reveals the essence of Drone Deal - at least 10 arms export contracts expected

Zelenskyy announced a Drone Deal to protect infrastructure and export weapons. Agreements have already been reached with three countries, and 11 more states have expressed their interest.

War in Ukraine • April 21, 09:33 AM • 4899 views
Poland reached agreements with France in the field of nuclear deterrence - what is it about

Macron and Tusk agreed on cooperation in nuclear deterrence and strengthening border protection. Poland will join the group of European allies.

Politics • April 21, 06:19 AM • 4916 views
The Czech initiative has provided almost half of the critical ammunition for Ukraine, but the project lacks funding

The project has delivered almost two million large-caliber shells to Ukraine. Currently, the program has a funding deficit due to reduced activity from donor countries.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 04:05 PM • 5901 views
Ukraine to export weapons to Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy announced 10-year agreements with 11 countries on arms export and joint production. Ukraine is also expanding cooperation with EU and Caucasus countries.

Economy • April 19, 10:06 PM • 9332 views
Strengthening the Ukrainian combat aircraft fleet with Swedish "Gripens" - Zelenskyy met with the King of Sweden in Lviv

Sweden has allocated 4 billion to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine and is discussing the transfer of Gripen aircraft. The parties also agreed on humanitarian aid and energy resilience.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 03:34 PM • 4163 views
Ukraine agreed with creditors on a deferral of state debt payments until 2030

The Ministry of Finance signed a memorandum on payment deferral with creditor countries. Debt repayment will begin in equal installments in 2035-2039.

Economy • April 17, 03:17 PM • 3417 views
War in Iran creates risks for arms supplies to Ukraine, Kyiv seeks solutions with partners - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy stated that the conflict in Iran poses risks to defense support. Ukraine is seeking anti-ballistic systems and plans its own air defense production.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 01:46 PM • 3126 views
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How Donetsk's Shakhtar made history in the Netherlands - a report from the stadiumPhotoVideo

The Miners drew with AZ and advanced on aggregate. Ukraine overtook Serbia in the UEFA table, the next opponent will be Crystal Palace.

Society • April 17, 12:57 PM • 38852 views
King of Sweden arrives in Ukraine - Zelenskyy met with him after European tourVideo

The King of Sweden began his visit by honoring the memory of fallen Ukrainian soldiers. Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the monarch for showing respect to the heroes.

Society • April 17, 11:31 AM • 4031 views
Ukrainian Fire Point abandoned production in the Netherlands due to bureaucracy

The Ukrainian company Fire Point canceled weapons production in the Netherlands due to lengthy procedures. Instead, the deployment of facilities will take place in Denmark.

Economy • April 17, 02:37 AM • 19757 views
The Netherlands will transfer a mine-hunting ship to Ukraine in June, which will be named "Henichesk" - ZelenskyyPhoto

Ukraine will receive an Alkmaar-class vessel for mine disposal after crew training. The ship will be based in Britain until the end of hostilities.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 07:40 PM • 8628 views
The OP spoke about the key stages on the way to launching a Special Tribunal on Russian aggression

An international coalition of 20 states has prepared the legal framework for the creation of the tribunal. The full operation of the court and the pronouncement of sentences are expected as early as 2026.

Politics • April 16, 05:50 PM • 5700 views
Ukraine and the Netherlands agree to start work on Drone Deal and joint drone production

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Rob Jetten signed a statement on the launch of the Drone Deal initiative. The countries will jointly produce drones, electronic warfare systems, and defense technologies.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 05:49 PM • 5910 views