The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed deep concern over an escalating Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda, reporting at least 130 deaths and over 500 suspected cases. The outbreak is attributed to the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, which is particularly dangerous due to the absence of effective vaccines or treatments. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned of the potential for urban transmission, especially in Goma, a major city in DRC, and Uganda's capital, Kampala. Experts believe that the outbreak has gone undetected for weeks, particularly in the conflict-ridden Ituri Province, complicating containment efforts due to weak medical infrastructure. Critics, including Rep. Rosa DeLauro, have pointed to the dismantling of U.S. health agencies during the Trump administration as a significant factor in the current crisis. They argue that cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and withdrawal from the WHO have undermined global health responses. The WHO has deployed resources to support local efforts, but experts stress that effective management of the outbreak will require substantial funding and support for healthcare workers on the ground.