DR Congo Ebola outbreak death toll exceeds 2,500

Harneis stated on Friday from Bunia during a press conference in Geneva that the death toll is increasing daily. This current outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, has become the deadliest in the DRC's history, surpassing the 2018-2020 epidemic. The UN also warns of an exponential spread of the virus.

Health authorities and international partners are continuing response operations, but they face significant challenges, including a lack of funding, public mistrust, and attacks targeting healthcare workers.