South Sudan & Islamic State
11 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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South Sudan: South Sudan is identified as a high-risk neighboring country due to its proximity to the outbreak's epicenter and intense population movement, necessitating reinforced cross-border surveillance.
Islamic State: Islamic State-backed militants contribute to the violence and insecurity in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating the Ebola response by disrupting health facilities and displacing populations.
May 15, 2026 · 446 articles
Accidents
South Sudan: Neighboring country at risk of cross-border spread due to weak health infrastructure and conflict. Potential outbreak would further destabilize the region.
Islamic State: Affiliated with ADF, adding to the complex security environment.
Aug 01, 2026 · 301 articles
International
South Sudan: South Sudan is one of the countries whose nationals face travel bans from the US due to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State group have carried out attacks in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating Ebola response efforts and displacing large populations.
May 21, 2026 · 627 articles
Accidents
South Sudan: South Sudan>>> is identified as a country at risk of Ebola spread due to its proximity and population movement with the affected regions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>> and Uganda>>>.
Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State have conducted attacks in Ituri, exacerbating the security crisis and impeding humanitarian aid for the Ebola response.
May 18, 2026 · 505 articles
Accidents
South Sudan: Neighboring country at risk of cross-border spread. Its preparedness is important.
Islamic State: Militants affiliated with ISIL reportedly attacked a village in Ituri, causing displacement. Such attacks exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.
Mar 09, 2018 · 543 articles
Regulatory
South Sudan: Listed as a jurisdiction under increased FATF monitoring, requiring enhanced due diligence.
Islamic State: Its alleged financial facilitation led to sanctions and asset freezes, disrupting its funding networks.
Aug 15, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
South Sudan: Neighboring country at risk of importation; no confirmed cases reported.
Islamic State: Linked to ADF; indirect role via insecurity.
Mar 09, 2018 · 314 articles
Accidents
South Sudan: Borders Ituri province, at risk of imported cases.
Islamic State: Islamic State-affiliated ADF is active in the region, contributing to insecurity that hampers the Ebola response.
Jul 06, 2026 · 410 articles
International
South Sudan: South Sudan was added to the full travel ban list by the United States.
Dec 16, 2025 · 15 articles
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