Democratic Republic of Congo
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Democratic Republic of Congo, translated into English and compared across sources. 34 recent stories.
France Reports First Ebola Case in Current African Outbreak
France confirmed its first Ebola case in the current African outbreak, involving a doctor who returned from Congo and was isolated immediately. Officials say the public risk is ve…
French Doctor Diagnosed With Ebola After Congo Aid Mission, First Case in Current European Outbreak
France confirmed its first Ebola case in the current African outbreak in a doctor who returned from Congo. He was isolated and contact tracing began, while officials said the wide…
Cristiano Ronaldo Looks Like His Old Self Again With a Record World Cup Brace
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice against Uzbekistan, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. Portugal’s tactical changes put him higher up the pitch, and the article s…
Viral creator calls out World Cup broadcasters over mispronouncing African names
Angolan creator Albi Angoma went viral in Brazil after criticizing World Cup broadcasters for mispronouncing African footballers’ names. He then released pronunciation guides, gai…
Colombia Edges DR Congo 1-0 to Move Up to Four Points
Colombia defeated the Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 in the second round of the 2026 World Cup. Daniel Muñoz scored the decisive goal in the 76th minute, lifting Colombia to fou…
England Stumble, Croatia and Colombia Edge Tight World Cup Matches
England were held 0-0 by Ghana despite dominating possession and chances, with Harry Kane missing a late sitter. Croatia beat Panama 1-0 and Colombia defeated DR Congo 1-0, while…
Congolese fan reprises his human-statue routine at the World Cup
Democratic Republic of Congo played Colombia in its second 2026 World Cup group match, and fan Koke Moldinga again stood motionless for 90 minutes. He was honoring Patrice Lumumba…
Portugal face Uzbekistan after opening-day setback at the World Cup
Portugal, held 1-1 by the Democratic Republic of Congo in its World Cup opener, faced Uzbekistan in Houston needing a win to ease pressure. Uzbekistan came in after a 3-1 loss to…
Martinez Faces Accusations of Wasting Portugal's Golden Generation Again
Portugal opened the 2026 World Cup with a disappointing 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Houston. Roberto Martinez is being criticized for conservative tactics…
U.S. backs Congo mines in bid to weaken China’s grip on critical minerals
The United States is backing Virtus Minerals to develop two major copper and cobalt mines in Congo, as part of an effort to challenge China’s control over critical minerals. The p…
Health Ministry Rules Out Ebola in Israel After Tests Come Back Negative
Israel’s Health Ministry said tests for Ebola on two suspected cases returned negative, ruling out a spread in Israel. The ministry said no confirmed Ebola case has been identifie…
Ronaldo Debate Grips Portugal After Flat World Cup Showing
Cristiano Ronaldo is under heavy criticism in Portugal after a poor showing in the 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo at the 2026 World Cup. Despite growing calls for…
Portugal under pressure as Ronaldo debate dominates World Cup buildup
Portugal meet Uzbekistan in Houston tonight after an underwhelming draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo raised fresh questions about Cristiano Ronaldo’s role. Francisco Conc…
Israel Health Ministry Says Ebola Readiness Is Complete After Two Suspected Cases
Israel’s Health Ministry said two travelers from the Democratic Republic of Congo are isolated in Sheba and Rambam with suspected Ebola, pending test results. Officials say the ri…
Paul Scholes Says Ronaldo Should Only Start as a Goalkeeper
Cristiano Ronaldo is facing criticism after a quiet start for Portugal at the 2026 World Cup. Paul Scholes said the 41-year-old should only start as a goalkeeper and claimed he wo…
Health Ministry Reports Another Suspected Ebola Case After Congo Visit
Israel's Health Ministry reported another suspected Ebola case in a traveler who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo two days ago. The patient is isolated at Sheba Medi…
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Raises Fears in a Crowded Displacement Camp
At least 30 people have died since early May in the Kigonze displacement camp in Bunia, eastern Congo, and some tested positive for Ebola. Aid workers say the overcrowded camp, po…
Israeli Hospital Isolates Returnee Suspected of Ebola After Congo Trip
Israel’s Health Ministry said a traveler returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo was isolated at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa after developing fever and headache, with E…
Ronaldo debate intensifies after Portugal’s 1-1 draw with Congo
Portugal’s 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo at the start of the 2026 World Cup has intensified criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo’s role. Former Manchester United strike…
Ronaldo Row Deepens After Portugal Draw, as Georgina Rodriguez Reacts to Fake Post
Portugal’s 1-1 opening draw with DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup intensified scrutiny on Cristiano Ronaldo and his standing in the team. A fake social media post, Georgina Rodrigue…
Ebola Suspected in Israel After Return from Congo
Israel's Health Ministry said a traveler who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo three days ago is suspected of having Ebola. The patient is isolated at Rambam, test re…
Ruben Dias Defends Ronaldo, Dismisses Talk of Locker Room Rift
Ruben Dias defended Cristiano Ronaldo after comments by Joao Neves stirred debate in Portugal. Ahead of Tuesday’s match against Uzbekistan, Dias insisted the squad is united and s…
Ronaldo Faces Fierce Criticism After Portugal Draw With DR Congo
Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s scoreless 90-minute display drew intense criticism. Pundits blamed both Ronaldo’s decline and Roberto Martinez for keeping…
Ronaldo and Diogo Costa Argue After Portugal Concede Against DR Congo
Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo in its World Cup opener on Wednesday night. Cristiano Ronaldo was criticized for a poor performance and was filmed arguing…
Harry Kane Surpasses Ronaldo on World Cup Scoring List
Harry Kane scored for England in a 1-0 lead over Croatia at the 2026 World Cup. His ninth World Cup goal moved him ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and left him one behind Gary Lineker’…
Ronaldo Under Fire After Portugal’s Frustrating 1-1 Draw With DR Congo
Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo in its opening 2026 World Cup Group I match. Cristiano Ronaldo set an age record but struggled, while João Neves and Yoane…
Ronaldo leads Portugal against DR Congo in Group H opener
Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo faced off Wednesday night in Houston in the first match of World Cup Group H. Cristiano Ronaldo started for Portugal in his sixth Wor…
The Congo fan who stands motionless for 90 minutes has become a World Cup sensation
Michel Nkuka Mboladinga of Congo has become a World Cup viral sensation by standing motionless in the stands for 90 minutes, or longer, in a tribute to Patrice Lumumba. After visa…
World Cup Day 7: Ronaldo’s Possible Farewell, England Face Croatia
Day 7 of the 2026 World Cup features Cristiano Ronaldo’s possible final tournament with Portugal, England against Croatia, and two later matches involving Ghana, Panama, Uzbekista…
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda could become Africa’s deadliest, CDC chief warns
Africa CDC chief Dr. Jean Kaseya warned in Burundi that the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda could become Africa’s deadliest. More than 800 cases and nearly 200 death…
Health Ministry to hand out Ebola guidance to travelers arriving from affected countries
Israel’s Health Ministry is beginning today to hand out Ebola guidance leaflets at Ben Gurion Airport to travelers returning from affected areas in Congo and Uganda. The campaign…
Kenya Condemns Israel’s Ebola-Related Entry Restrictions
Kenya criticized Israel’s new Ebola-related entry restrictions, calling them unjustified because no confirmed Ebola cases have been found in Kenya. Israel says the measures are pr…
Nuno Mendes Injured as Portugal Beat Nigeria 2-1
Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 in its final World Cup warm-up match, but defender Nuno Mendes was injured and limped off in the 80th minute. Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceicao scored f…
Health Ministry Expands Preparedness for Ebola Response
Israel’s Health Ministry says it is intensifying preparedness for the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, while noting that no Ebola case is currently k…
