The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, visited Bunia, eastern Congo, to address a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak. As of Friday, authorities reported 906 suspected cases and 223 deaths linked to the Bundibugyo strain, which lacks approved treatment or vaccines. Despite improved health facilities and additional aid, response efforts have struggled to keep pace with the outbreak's speed. Tedros emphasized the importance of supporting local efforts, stating, "The best way to address this is to provide all the necessary support to fight the disease at its epicenter." The U.S. announced $80 million in additional aid, bringing its total commitment to over $112 million. However, Doctors Without Borders warned that the outbreak is one of the fastest-spreading on record, urging for expanded testing and aid deployment. Local tensions have escalated due to strict medical protocols conflicting with traditional customs, leading to attacks on health centers. Tedros criticized border closures, arguing they hinder transparency and effective response.