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Foot-and-mouth disease outbreak prompts mass animal culls and border closures in Central Europe

IndiaTimes Saturday, 12 April 2025
Central Europe is grappling with a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, leading to mass animal culls and border closures among Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria. Originating in Hungary, the highly contagious virus has spread rapidly, prompting disinfection efforts and border restrictions. Amidst economic concerns and investigations into the outbreak's cause, affected farmers face significant challenges in rebuilding their livelihoods.
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