Africa
US Citizen Tests Positive for Ebola in Africa: CDC
The person's condition has not been disclosed.

Ebola Outbreak Spreads to New Areas as Deaths Soar Past 600
The total number of confirmed cases in Congo is now up to 1,759, with 600 having died.

Clinical Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola Treatments Starts
Patients are being enrolled to test potential treatments against the ebolavirus that is behind the ongoing outbreak in Africa.

NYPD Battles Celebrating World Cup Morocco Fans
Moroccans celebrated heavily in New York City yesterday, after a World Cup win against Haiti.
Congo Imposes Restrictions on Travel Abroad After Ebola Case Detected in France
France is not implementing any restrictions.
Construction of US-Backed Ebola Facility in Kenya Halted
The stop was announced a day after a Kenyan court found a minister had ignored an order to stop the project.
US Expands ISIS Terrorist List After Iran Deal
ISIS has been operating without a state since Baghouz was captured in 2019 and their underground network has widened to include Africa.
Ebola Outbreak Death Toll Tops 200
The outbreak is believed to be wider than the official figures, in part because authorities struggled to identify Ebola cases in the spring.
Taiwan Scholar Blocked From Kenya Conference, Taipei Cites China Pressure Campaign
Taiwan’s foreign minister says organizers of the ‘Our Ocean Conference’ barred Taiwan from attending.
American Medical Missionary Survives Ebola, Returns to US With Family
The CDC said no Ebola cases linked to the outbreak have been reported in the United States and that the overall risk to the American public remains low.
‘Spider-Man of Yemen’ Dies in Fall While Climbing Volcanic Crater
Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, was climbing the steep walls of the Hardah Dam volcanic crater in the southern province of Dhale.
Africa CDC Holds Weekly Ebola Outbreak Briefing
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention holds its weekly briefing providing updates on the Ebola outbreak response in Congo and Uganda.
FIFA Referee Denied Entry to US Returns to Somalia
Soccer players from 48 countries are preparing for the 2026 World Cup, which begins on Thursday.
US Offers Evacuation, Quarantine Program for Americans Amid Ebola Outbreak
Eighteen deaths have been linked to confirmed cases of Ebola.
5 Patients Recover From Rare Ebola Strain, WHO Chief Says
The first patient to recover from the Bundibugyo strain was released from the hospital on Friday.
US Moves to Keep Ebola Out, Opens Ebola Quarantine Facility in Kenya
The policy is a departure from previous U.S. responses, such as during the 2014 Ebola outbreak, when infected Americans were brought to high-containment treatment centers within the United States for care.
US, Mexico, Canada Announce Ebola-Related Travel Measures Ahead of World Cup
They aim to protect citizens and visitors during the World Cup.
US Vows to Protect Nigerian Christians From ISIS
U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth said on May 27 during a cabinet meeting that President Donald Trump asked him to do everything possible to protect Nigerian Christians.
Scientists Rush to Produce Vaccines Against Rare Ebola Strain Behind Outbreak
The best option is Ervebo, a vaccine made by Merck that targets the Zaire virus, a more common orthoebolavirus that causes Ebola, WHO adviser said.
220 Suspected Deaths in Ebola Outbreak: WHO
Uganda also reported two additional confirmed Ebola cases today, bringing its total to seven.
US Citizen Tests Positive for Ebola in Africa: CDC
The person's condition has not been disclosed.
Ebola Outbreak Spreads to New Areas as Deaths Soar Past 600
The total number of confirmed cases in Congo is now up to 1,759, with 600 having died.
Clinical Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola Treatments Starts
Patients are being enrolled to test potential treatments against the ebolavirus that is behind the ongoing outbreak in Africa.
NYPD Battles Celebrating World Cup Morocco Fans
Moroccans celebrated heavily in New York City yesterday, after a World Cup win against Haiti.
Congo Imposes Restrictions on Travel Abroad After Ebola Case Detected in France
France is not implementing any restrictions.
Construction of US-Backed Ebola Facility in Kenya Halted
The stop was announced a day after a Kenyan court found a minister had ignored an order to stop the project.
US Expands ISIS Terrorist List After Iran Deal
ISIS has been operating without a state since Baghouz was captured in 2019 and their underground network has widened to include Africa.
Ebola Outbreak Death Toll Tops 200
The outbreak is believed to be wider than the official figures, in part because authorities struggled to identify Ebola cases in the spring.
Taiwan Scholar Blocked From Kenya Conference, Taipei Cites China Pressure Campaign
Taiwan’s foreign minister says organizers of the ‘Our Ocean Conference’ barred Taiwan from attending.
American Medical Missionary Survives Ebola, Returns to US With Family
The CDC said no Ebola cases linked to the outbreak have been reported in the United States and that the overall risk to the American public remains low.
‘Spider-Man of Yemen’ Dies in Fall While Climbing Volcanic Crater
Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, was climbing the steep walls of the Hardah Dam volcanic crater in the southern province of Dhale.
Africa CDC Holds Weekly Ebola Outbreak Briefing
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention holds its weekly briefing providing updates on the Ebola outbreak response in Congo and Uganda.
FIFA Referee Denied Entry to US Returns to Somalia
Soccer players from 48 countries are preparing for the 2026 World Cup, which begins on Thursday.
US Offers Evacuation, Quarantine Program for Americans Amid Ebola Outbreak
Eighteen deaths have been linked to confirmed cases of Ebola.
5 Patients Recover From Rare Ebola Strain, WHO Chief Says
The first patient to recover from the Bundibugyo strain was released from the hospital on Friday.
US Moves to Keep Ebola Out, Opens Ebola Quarantine Facility in Kenya
The policy is a departure from previous U.S. responses, such as during the 2014 Ebola outbreak, when infected Americans were brought to high-containment treatment centers within the United States for care.
US, Mexico, Canada Announce Ebola-Related Travel Measures Ahead of World Cup
They aim to protect citizens and visitors during the World Cup.
US Vows to Protect Nigerian Christians From ISIS
U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth said on May 27 during a cabinet meeting that President Donald Trump asked him to do everything possible to protect Nigerian Christians.
Scientists Rush to Produce Vaccines Against Rare Ebola Strain Behind Outbreak
The best option is Ervebo, a vaccine made by Merck that targets the Zaire virus, a more common orthoebolavirus that causes Ebola, WHO adviser said.
220 Suspected Deaths in Ebola Outbreak: WHO
Uganda also reported two additional confirmed Ebola cases today, bringing its total to seven.













