Cape Verde denies docking to hantavirus-hit cruise ship as WHO confirms seven cases

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Cape Verde's authorities refused to allow a cruise ship with cases of hantavirus onboard to dock due to health concerns. The decision comes amid confirmed cases and fatalities linked to the outbreak, leaving passengers in prolonged isolation.

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