Spain authorises a luxury cruise ship affected by a deadly hantavirus outbreak to dock at Tenerife in the Canary Islands, but the regional Canary Islands government objects to the decision. Regional president Fernando Clavijo says he does not allow the ship to enter the archipelago, pointing to concerns over safety and stating that there is not enough information to reassure the public. Multiple outlets report that Clavijo’s position is based on the regional government’s confidence in the technical assessment and availability of information for residents. The reports also say the ship, identified as MV Hondius, has been travelling toward Spain’s Canary Islands after being stranded for days off the coast of Cape Verde with close to 150 people on board. Separate accounts describe local anxiety and protests by residents expected ahead of the ship’s arrival, reflecting fears about potential spread. While Spain has given the go-ahead for docking, the Canary Islands leadership continues to oppose the move, leaving the situation focused on unresolved questions about risk management and public reassurance.