Islamic State & World Food Programme

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.

World Food Programme: The World Food Programme is facilitating the transport of aid workers and supplies, and providing food and nutrition assistance to affected populations, highlighting the link between the health crisis and food insecurity.

Islamic State: Militants affiliated with ISIL reportedly attacked a village in Ituri, causing displacement. Such attacks exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.

World Food Programme: Warned the world needs to pay more attention to the outbreak. Its role in providing food aid is important in affected regions.

Islamic State: Affiliated with ADF, adding to the complex security environment.

World Food Programme: Expanding food assistance at Ebola treatment centers to support patients and responders.

World Food Programme: The World Food Programme is affected by the halt in United States aid, contributing to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.