Islamic State-linked fighters in Congo kill 16 in Ebola-hit area
Islamic State-linked fighters have killed 16 civilians in eastern Congo, highlighting the dangers posed by armed groups amid an Ebola outbreak. The attack occurred in the village of Mbau, where health officials are working to contain the virus. This incident follows another attack by the same group that resulted in 15 deaths over the weekend.
- ▪Fighters linked to Islamic State killed 16 civilians in eastern Congo.
- ▪The attack took place in the village of Mbau in North Kivu's Beni territory.
- ▪Congo has recorded 344 confirmed cases of Ebola, including 60 deaths, during the current outbreak.
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Islamic State-linked fighters in Congo kill 16 in Ebola-hit areaSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished Jun 04, 2026, 12:25 AMUpdated Jun 04, 2026, 12:26 AMKINSHASA, June 3 - Fighters linked to Islamic State killed 16 civilians in an attack in eastern Congo near where Ebola cases have been recorded, a local military spokesperson said on Wednesday, underscoring the threat of armed conflict as health officials try to contain the outbreak.• The Allied Democratic Forces carried out the attack on Tuesday night in the village of Mbau in North Kivu's Beni territory, regional Congolese army spokesperson Lieutenant Marc Elongo said in a statement.• The ADF is a Ugandan group operating in eastern Congo that pledged allegiance to Islamic State a decade ago.• There are four…
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