Spain confirms it will receive hantavirus-hit cruise ship in Canary Islands

Once in the ⁠Canary Islands, medical teams would examine and treat all passengers and crew and transfer them to their countries, the statement said.

"The World Health Organization has explained that ‌Cape ⁠Verde is unable to carry out this operation," the health ministry said. 

"The Canary Islands ⁠are the closest location with the necessary capabilities. Spain has a ⁠moral and legal obligation to assist these people, ⁠among whom are also several Spanish citizens."