The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarms about the dire situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where an Ebola outbreak is exacerbated by ongoing conflict. In Ituri Province, at least 220 people are suspected to have died from the virus, although only 17 cases have been confirmed through lab tests. Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO's director-general, described the region as facing a "catastrophic collision of disease and conflict," stressing that the violence impedes efforts to build community trust and isolate the sick. He urged warring factions to agree to a cease-fire to ensure safe access for medical teams. The conflict has displaced many Congolese, leading to overcrowded conditions that increase the risk of Ebola transmission. The outbreak, which is the 16th official one in the DRC since the virus was identified in 1976, is particularly challenging as there is no approved vaccine or treatment for the Bundibugyo strain. WHO is working to enhance its response and support health professionals in identifying contacts of infected individuals as the situation remains critical.