DR Congo facing 'catastrophic collision' of Ebola and war, WHO chief warns

The ongoing conflict between armed groups in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has severely hindered health workers' efforts to manage a worsening Ebola outbreak, as highlighted by World Health Organization Secretary-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

This situation poses a significant threat to public health, as the combination of armed conflict and an Ebola outbreak could lead to catastrophic consequences, complicating response efforts and increasing the risk of widespread transmission of the virus in affected communities.