Israel’s health ministry warns against visiting Ebola-affected areas

On 2026-05-21, Israel's Ministry of Health recommended that Israelis avoid traveling to Ebola-affected areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The ministry also advised travelers to avoid gatherings, medical facilities, and certain animals, and to seek care if they feel unwell after returning. The warning cited the ongoing Ebola outbreak and WHO's declaration of a public health emergency of international concern.