WHO urges ceasefire for Ebola in Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo

The World Health Organization has called for an immediate ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo to contain a rapidly escalating Ebola outbreak. The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, for which there is no approved vaccine or treatment, has been declared an emergency of international concern. Ongoing conflict involving groups like the March 23 Movement and the Congo River Alliance is driving mass displacement and hindering efforts to control the disease, with over 900 suspected cases and 200 deaths reported. Aid groups, including Save the Children, are struggling with attacks on medics, community distrust, and shortages of protective equipment. Mediation efforts by entities like the United States have not stopped the fighting, leading to overcrowded refugee camps in neighboring Uganda. Donors have pledged $500 million, but not all funds have been disbursed.