Iran & Democratic Republic of the Congo
23 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated May 17, 2026
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International
Iran: Iran is at war with the United States and Israel, leading to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a blockade on its ports, and significant disruption to global oil and commodity flows. There is hope for renewed talks to settle the conflict.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a recipient of aid from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and shipments to the Democratic Republic of the Congo are experiencing delays due to fuel price increases in Kenya.
Apr 02, 2026 · 45 articles
International
Iran: The USS Gerald R. Ford supported the U.S. war with Iran during its deployment.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing a new Ebola outbreak with 87 reported deaths.
May 16, 2026 · 21 articles
Business
Iran: The Iran war has disrupted global supplies of sulphuric acid and other leaching chemicals, contributing to the supply squeeze in the mining industry.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a top cobalt and second-largest copper producer, are forced to cut usage of sulphuric acid or consider output cuts due to disrupted supplies.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iran: The Iran war is causing disruptions in global supply chains, particularly affecting the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb Strait, leading to increased fuel and fertilizer costs for Sudan.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a recipient of aid affected by increased fuel prices and truck shortages in Kenya.
May 01, 2026 · 15 articles
International
Iran: Iran is involved in ongoing war with the United States and Israel, with its foreign minister stating a lack of trust impedes ceasefire talks. The country's nuclear activities and enriched uranium stockpile are major sticking points in negotiations.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing a new Ebola outbreak in Ituri province, with at least 80 deaths reported.
May 16, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Iran: Iran's foreign minister stated that a lack of trust is impeding talks to end the war with the United States, with Donald Trump dismissing Iran's latest proposal as 'garbage'.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Ituri province, with 65 deaths, and a case was imported into Uganda from Congo.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Iran: The ongoing war involving Iran and its threats to the Strait of Hormuz have created an energy crisis that has constrained oil shipments, influencing the United Arab Emirates' decision to leave OPEC and highlighting regional instability.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a current member of OPEC.
Apr 28, 2026 · 222 articles
International
Iran: Pope Leo XVI has strongly criticized the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, which began on February 28.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is mentioned as bordering Lunda Sul province, which suffers extreme poverty.
Apr 18, 2026 · 73 articles
Domestic
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of the twelve countries whose citizens are prevented from entering the United States due to the travel ban.
Jun 05, 2025 · 7 articles
Domestic
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.
Jun 15, 2025 · 7 articles
Business
Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo experienced a mine collapse at its Rubaya coltan site, resulting in a disputed death toll and highlighting the dangers of mining in conflict zones.
Mar 04, 2026 · 9 articles
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