Syrian Democratic Forces & UNICEF

Syrian Democratic Forces: The Syrian Democratic Forces, a rebel group allied with the Islamic State group, has carried out violent attacks in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, killing civilians and burning homes, further complicating Ebola containment efforts.

UNICEF: UNICEF is concerned about the impact of the Ebola outbreak on children, especially given high malnutrition levels and patchy vaccination rates in affected areas, and is dispatching urgent medical supplies.

Syrian Democratic Forces: Armed group active in eastern DRC, contributing to insecurity that hampers the Ebola response.

UNICEF: UNICEF is a partner in the ICG, supporting vaccine distribution and child health initiatives during the outbreak.

Syrian Democratic Forces: The Syrian Democratic Forces, an armed group with ties to the Islamic State, has attacked civilians in Ituri, adding to the region's volatility and hindering Ebola response efforts.

UNICEF: UNICEF>>> has mobilized supplies and an Emergency Rapid Response team to provide technical assistance and support for risk communication and community engagement in the affected areas.

Syrian Democratic Forces: The Syrian Democratic Forces' violence in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province further complicates the response to the Ebola outbreak by creating an unstable environment.

UNICEF: UNICEF has sent initial relief supplies, including disinfectants, protective equipment, and water purification tablets, to Bunia to aid in the Ebola response.

Syrian Democratic Forces: Insurgency in eastern DRC complicates response efforts.

UNICEF: Appealed for additional funding, with only 25% of required resources available.