Ebola vs conflict: WHO chief Tedros warns eastern DR Congo faces a “catastrophic collision” of Ebola and war in Ituri, saying the outbreak is outpacing response and that trust, isolation, and safe burials are nearly impossible while fighting continues. Early-stage, fast climb: Health minister Roger Kamba says the outbreak is still at the beginning but may take 4–6 months to contain, with around 1,000 suspected cases, 101 confirmed, and about 200–220 suspected deaths. Lab and care gaps: Aid workers say suspected Bundibugyo samples still must be sent about 1,700 km to Kinshasa because Ituri lacks lab capacity, and many clinics lack protective gear, forcing fever patients to be treated as possible Ebola while malaria and other illnesses are ruled out. Bunia isolation measures: DR Congo suspended flights to and from Bunia to limit spread, allowing only humanitarian/medical/emergency flights with special approval. Community distrust hits responders: In Mongbwalu and Bunia, residents question the disease, and volunteers report stone-throwing and attacks on health facilities, while displaced camps struggle with basic hygiene supplies. Regional coordination: Africa CDC and health ministers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan push for stronger cross-border surveillance and preparedness. World Cup fallout: FECOFA asks FIFA to refund tickets for fans barred from entering the US due to Ebola-related restrictions.