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Ebola Surge in DRC: The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is now the fastest-growing on record, with WHO reporting about 600 deaths and 1,759 confirmed cases since mid-May; officials say the outbreak has not peaked and suspected cases are appearing in provinces previously thought unaffected, including Tshopo and Haut-Uele. Response Under Strain: Africa CDC warns the virus is moving faster than the response, with estimates that infections could double every 28 days; treatment centers are near capacity and health workers face shortages and mounting pressure. New Cases, New Risks: A U.S. humanitarian worker tested positive in Congo, and CDC says it’s working with partners to trace contacts; neighboring Uganda has also confirmed cases. Treatment Trials: WHO-backed clinical trials are underway in Congo for experimental options, including MBP134 and remdesivir, as there is still no approved vaccine or treatment for this strain. Copper Supply Tension: Separately, a $3B DRC tax and royalty dispute involving Glencore’s KCC threatens production and could ripple into global copper markets.

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