Islamic State & International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State group have carried out attacks in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating Ebola response efforts and displacing large populations.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement: The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is involved in managing safe burials for Ebola victims, facing resistance from communities, and has reported the deaths of three volunteers from the outbreak.

Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State have conducted attacks in Ituri, exacerbating the security crisis and impeding humanitarian aid for the Ebola response.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement: The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is actively involved in the Ebola response, but its volunteers face threats and have suffered casualties, indicating significant operational challenges and risks.

Islamic State: Islamic State-backed militants contribute to the violence and insecurity in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating the Ebola response by disrupting health facilities and displacing populations.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement: The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement warned that Ebola can escalate quickly under current conditions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.