What is the Shamonda virus that caused the first death in France

The Shamonda virus, previously known only in animals, has been identified in a severely immunocompromised French patient who died in October. First detected in Europe in July, it has spread to 14 Western European countries. The virus is transmitted by Culicoides mosquitoes and was initially discovered in Nigeria in the 1960s. French health authorities state there is currently no risk to the general population, as the case is considered exceptional. Investigations are ongoing to understand the virus's behavior in humans and its potential risks. Experts emphasize the need for vigilance regarding emerging infections.