On May 2nd, 2026, a few passengers aboard a cruise ship, the MV Hondius, were reported to have contracted a severe respiratory illness(World Health Organization). The illness is known as the Hantavirus, “a rodent-borne pathogen with no cure and no approved vaccine” (Stat News). According to the World Health Organization, as of May 8th, 2026, 4 people who contracted this virus have been confirmed alive, and 2 have been confirmed dead. While this outbreak may be a concern worldwide, some have speculated that this surge in Hantavirus recipients may not just be a coincidence.
An individual who posted to Reddit’s subreddit, “r/conspiracy,” with the username “NegotiationWaste82,” believes that the Hantavirus is a “planned out, manufactured ritual.” Their theory delved into the implausibility of a rodent-borne disease randomly showing up on a “well-run, luxury ship in the middle of nowhere.” The user also pointed out how there have been missing lab samples that contain Hantavirus strains in Queensland. The lab also lost their paperwork for these lab samples.
It’s also notable that the same Reddit user also commented on an emotional post linked to this event. Jake Rosmarin, a man residing on the cruise ship, uploaded a video voicing that the people on the ship want to feel “safe,” as well as wanting to “get home.” Major news platforms, including ABCNews, commented on this video, indicating the importance of his upload. However, NegotiationWaste82 figured out that Rosmarin was a paid promoter for Oceanwide Expeditions, a cruise company. His sister, Rachel Rosmarin, works at Hagerty Consulting, a firm that specializes in emergency management and disaster recovery (Poprant).
Jake Rosmarin, a man residing on the cruise ship, voiced that the people on the ship want to feel “safe,” as well as wanting to “get home.” Major news platforms, including ABCNews, commented on this video, indicating the importance of his upload.
Another odd coincidence is that X user, “iamasoothsayer,” posted that the Hantavirus would begin in 2026, all the way back on June 11, 2022.
Lastly, many people find it strange that this outbreak began to rise a little over a month before the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will occur on June 11, 2026 – July 19, 2026. Many from around the world will be flying out, visiting, and travelling to head to this notable event.
How did most people obtain COVID during the COVID 19 outbreak? Travelling. 5 million-7 million visitors will begin to move through host cities this summer, and it’s possible for some to carry “the full infectious disease geography of the world” (Stat News).
The Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak: Not Just a Coincidence?
By Elizabeth Gomez ‘26
On May 2nd, 2026, a few passengers aboard a cruise ship, the MV Hondius, were reported to have contracted a severe respiratory illness(World Health Organization). The illness is known as the Hantavirus, “a rodent-borne pathogen with no cure and no approved vaccine” (Stat News). According to the World Health Organization, as of May 8th, 2026, 4 people who contracted this virus have been confirmed alive, and 2 have been confirmed dead. While this outbreak may be a concern worldwide, some have speculated that this surge in Hantavirus recipients may not just be a coincidence.
An individual who posted to Reddit’s subreddit, “r/conspiracy,” with the username “NegotiationWaste82,” believes that the Hantavirus is a “planned out, manufactured ritual.” Their theory delved into the implausibility of a rodent-borne disease randomly showing up on a “well-run, luxury ship in the middle of nowhere.” The user also pointed out how there have been missing lab samples that contain Hantavirus strains in Queensland. The lab also lost their paperwork for these lab samples.
It’s also notable that the same Reddit user also commented on an emotional post linked to this event. Jake Rosmarin, a man residing on the cruise ship, uploaded a video voicing that the people on the ship want to feel “safe,” as well as wanting to “get home.” Major news platforms, including ABCNews, commented on this video, indicating the importance of his upload. However, NegotiationWaste82 figured out that Rosmarin was a paid promoter for Oceanwide Expeditions, a cruise company. His sister, Rachel Rosmarin, works at Hagerty Consulting, a firm that specializes in emergency management and disaster recovery (Poprant).
Jake Rosmarin, a man residing on the cruise ship, voiced that the people on the ship want to feel “safe,” as well as wanting to “get home.” Major news platforms, including ABCNews, commented on this video, indicating the importance of his upload.
Another odd coincidence is that X user, “iamasoothsayer,” posted that the Hantavirus would begin in 2026, all the way back on June 11, 2022.
Lastly, many people find it strange that this outbreak began to rise a little over a month before the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will occur on June 11, 2026 – July 19, 2026. Many from around the world will be flying out, visiting, and travelling to head to this notable event.
How did most people obtain COVID during the COVID 19 outbreak? Travelling. 5 million-7 million visitors will begin to move through host cities this summer, and it’s possible for some to carry “the full infectious disease geography of the world” (Stat News).
Sources:
https://www.who.int/emergencies/disease-outbreak-news/item/2026-DON599
https://poprant.indiatimes.com/trending/who-is-jake-rosmarin-influencer-on-hantavirus-cruise-ship-dubbed-crisis-actor-after-his-covid-video-israeli-link-spark-hebrew-conspiracy-theories/amp_articleshow/131017195.html