DR Congo Ebola outbreak largest in country's history; five countries report cases

WHO confirms the ongoing Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, is now the largest in the country's history since it was declared on 15 May 2026. Cases have spread to France, Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda, indicating international transmission. The scale and multi-country spread elevate global health risk, though response efficacy and containment measures remain uncertain.

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