Democratic Republic of the Congo
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Democratic Republic of the Congo, translated into English and compared across sources. 24 recent stories.
Portugal routs Uzbekistan as World Cup group play continues
The second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage ended overnight with four matches. Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, England drew 0-0 with Ghana, and Croatia defeated Panama 1-0.
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…
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…
Ronaldo makes World Cup history with goals in six different tournaments
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice for Portugal against Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup and became the first player to score in six different World Cups. The 41-year-old’s goals were…
Health Ministry Rules Out Ebola in Two Returnees from Congo
Israel’s Health Ministry said Ebola has been ruled out in two returnees from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The announcement followed a suspected second case reported Sunda…
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…
Health Ministry reports second suspected Ebola case after return from Congo
Israel’s Health Ministry said a second person is suspected of Ebola after returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The patient has been isolated at Sheba Medical Cente…
Israel on Alert After Ebola Suspect Is Isolated in Haifa
A traveler returned from Congo was isolated at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa after showing Ebola-like symptoms. Israel’s Health Ministry says the case is unconfirmed, but it has…
Israel Halts Fire in Lebanon as Iran Escalates and Ebola Case Is Isolated
Israel ordered the IDF to stop firing in Lebanon after escalation, while Iran threatened further steps over the ceasefire dispute. Separately, a man returning from Congo was isola…
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…
DR Congo Ebola Cases Rise to 933, with 245 Deaths
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s health ministry says confirmed Ebola cases have risen to 933, with 245 deaths. It also reported that 80 patients improved and were discharged fr…
Health Ministry says suspected Ebola patient arrived in Israel and is isolated
Israel’s Health Ministry said a traveler suspected of Ebola has been isolated after returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The patient was sent to Rambam Medical Cen…
England and Ghana thrill as Portugal disappoints in a four-match World Cup night
World Cup 2026 featured four matches and 13 goals, led by England’s 4-2 win over Croatia. Portugal disappointed in a 1-1 draw with DR Congo, Ghana won in the 95th minute, and Colo…
Channel 14’s flagship show slumps in prime time without Yinon Magal
Channel 14’s flagship show, "The Patriots," dropped to 5.3% in prime time and lost to major competitors. In the news bulletins, Channel 11 led with the Portugal vs. DR Congo World…
Harry Kane Surpasses Ronaldo and Closes in on England’s World Cup Scoring Record
Harry Kane scored for England against Croatia at the 2026 World Cup and reached nine career World Cup goals. That moved him ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and left him one behind Gary…
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…
Portuguese media blast Portugal’s flat start against DR Congo
Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo after the first half of their 2026 World Cup opener, prompting fierce criticism in Portugal. Media and commentators attacke…
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 final run and England meet Croatia
On World Cup Day 7, Portugal open against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with Cristiano Ronaldo possibly playing his final tournament. England then face Croatia, while Ghan…
Health Ministry to hand out Ebola guidance to travelers returning from affected countries
Israel's Health Ministry is beginning to hand out Ebola information leaflets at Ben Gurion Airport to travelers returning from affected areas in Congo and Uganda. The ministry say…
Israel Drops Ebola Travel Curbs on Kenya After Diplomatic Backlash
Israel first imposed flight restrictions over Ebola concerns on travelers from several African countries, including Kenya. After Kenya protested the move, Israel removed Kenya and…
Ronaldo Misses as Portugal Finish World Cup Warmup With a Win
Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 in Leiria in their final warmup match before the 2026 World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo missed two big chances and did not score, while Pedro Neto and Francis…
World’s Most Dangerous Countries Index Published, and Israel Lands Near the Bottom
The 2026 Global Peace Index shows a continued decline in global peace, with more active interstate conflicts and worsening instability. Iceland ranked first, while Israel was plac…
Cristiano Ronaldo Still Dreams: A Guide to Group 11 at the 2026 World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo will lead Portugal at the 2026 World Cup in what is expected to be his final tournament, with Portugal relying heavily on its midfield and facing Colombia as its…
