Ebola Crisis in Eastern DRC: DR Congo confirmed 1,528 Ebola infections and 492 deaths, with 239 recoveries and 628 cases still in isolation or hospital care, as WHO warns community transmission is continuing in Ituri and North Kivu and cites gaps like limited treatment capacity, weak contact tracing, medicine shortages, and insecurity. Clinical Trial Starts: WHO-backed researchers began testing two Bundibugyo Ebola treatments in Bunia—remdesivir and an experimental antibody (MBP134)—in a study aimed at improving survival, with Tedros calling it “real hope” for communities at the outbreak’s heart. Cross-Border Response: Uganda says it has contained spread after the May 15 outbreak linked to imported DRC cases, reporting 20 cumulative confirmed cases and sending teams, mobile labs, and logistics to support DRC efforts while pushing other countries to lift travel restrictions. Minerals and Conflict Prevention: As rotating UN Security Council president, DR Congo is pushing for an international text to better govern natural resources and protect countries from exploitation by armed groups, spotlighting 3TG minerals tied to eastern conflict. Eastern Fighting: Fresh clashes in Fizi Territory, South Kivu, reportedly killed 18 and displaced residents after drone-dropped strikes, with M23/Twirwaneho claiming control of a strategic hill. World Cup Spotlight: England’s last-16 clash with Mexico follows their 2-1 win over DR Congo, while fans and police brace for a high-altitude, high-tension Azteca atmosphere.