Ebola outbreak spreads across Congo-Uganda border, threatening global health security. An Ebola epidemic in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed 65 deaths with over 246 cases reported, now crossing into Uganda. Preliminary testing confirmed the virus in 13 of 20 samples. The outbreak poses significant challenges as the Trump administration's previous funding cuts have weakened international health programs. However, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is mobilizing technical support and leveraging its country offices in both regions. The situation is particularly concerning given Ituri province's dense population, including the city of Bunia with nearly 700,000 residents, and its artisanal mining operations that could accelerate transmission.
