Commissioner Lahbib addresses Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
Commissioner Lahbib addressed the European Parliament regarding the escalating Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, highlighting significant regional humanitarian challenges.
By Europa Express8 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CETUpdated 8 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET
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Core Briefing: Commissioner Lahbib addresses Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
Strategic Context: Commissioner Lahbib addressed the European Parliament regarding the escalating Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, highlighting significant regional humanitarian challenges.
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According to the European Commission, Commissioner Lahbib spoke at the European Parliament on 8 July 2026 concerning the rapid expansion of the Ebola virus. The outbreak is currently affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, areas already experiencing conflict, significant displacement, and fragile health systems.
In her address, the Commissioner described the situation as a crisis within a crisis. The European Commission noted that the ongoing health emergency remains a serious concern due to the compounding impact of regional instability on medical response efforts.