måndag 8 juni 2026
Scientists warn of increased nuclear threat
The world is facing an increased nuclear threat, according to researchers at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute SIPRI.
One of the major concerns is that Russia and the United States have moved nuclear warheads from their stockpiles to mount them on ballistic missiles on high alert, according to SIPRI's annual assessment of the state of armaments, disarmament and international security. In addition, modernization programs are underway that will likely increase the size of the nuclear-weapon states' arsenals.
“Efforts to reduce the role and number of nuclear weapons are being set back decades,” Sipri writes in a press release.
Karim Haggag, head of Sipri, says in a statement that the nuclear risk increases when countries make their national defenses dependent on nuclear weapons.
Ebola Outbreak
The boss: Staff not getting enough rest
People working to treat Ebola patients are not getting the compensation or rest they need and should be entitled to. This is what Richard Lokudu, the head of Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital in Congo-Kinshasa, tells the AP.
– People are sacrificing their rest and comfort for this. There should be recognition that they deserve compensation, he says.
He testifies to unpaid salaries and that patients often come to the hospital late at night. At the same time, staff are struggling to keep themselves protected from the virus.
People with suspected Ebola infection escape
Since June 4, about 30 people with suspected or confirmed Ebola infection have escaped from treatment or isolation facilities in Congo-Kinshasa. This is shown by government reports, writes Bloomberg.
Limited access to healthcare, including nutritional support, is said to be the biggest reason for the dissatisfaction.
At the same time, there is great resistance to Ebola in the country. Armed conflicts, ignorance and distrust of authorities are making it difficult to track down Ebola patients.
People working to treat Ebola patients are not getting the compensation or rest they need and should be entitled to. This is what Richard Lokudu, the head of Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital in Congo-Kinshasa, tells the AP.
– People are sacrificing their rest and comfort for this. There should be recognition that they deserve compensation, he says.
He testifies to unpaid salaries and that patients often come to the hospital late at night. At the same time, staff are struggling to keep themselves protected from the virus.
People with suspected Ebola infection escape
Since June 4, about 30 people with suspected or confirmed Ebola infection have escaped from treatment or isolation facilities in Congo-Kinshasa. This is shown by government reports, writes Bloomberg.
Limited access to healthcare, including nutritional support, is said to be the biggest reason for the dissatisfaction.
At the same time, there is great resistance to Ebola in the country. Armed conflicts, ignorance and distrust of authorities are making it difficult to track down Ebola patients.
Ebola — the issue
- The Ebola outbreak in Congo-Kinshasa has led to over 1,000 infections and at least 250 deaths since mid-May 2026.
- The Bundibugyo variant, which lacks a vaccine and treatment, has spread to Uganda and risks reaching more countries in the region.
- Armed conflicts, distrust of authorities and attacks on healthcare workers are making efforts more difficult and contributing to the rapid spread of the infection.
- WHO has declared an international emergency and its director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has visited the affected area to coordinate efforts.
- Lack of resources, underfunding and difficult conditions in refugee camps are worsening the situation and increasing the risk of further spread.
Earthquake in the Philippines
Civil Defense: At least 15 dead after the earthquake
The head of the Civil Defense in the city of General Santos, Rod Sosmeña, was out driving when the strong earthquake struck 13 kilometers off the coast of the Philippines. He tells the AP that the whole car shook, and that he thought he had a flat tire.
– People ran out of their houses and into the streets, he says.
At least 15 people have died as a result of the earthquake. More than 200 people have been injured, mainly in buildings that collapsed or were damaged in the quake.
The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.8 and serious tsunami warnings were issued at an early stage. Just over five hours after the quake, the warnings had been toned down.
Strong earthquake off the coast of the Philippines
Several countries have warned of a tsunami risk after a strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 occurred off the coast of the Philippines. Waves over one meter high have hit parts of the coastline this morning.
Several people have died, according to Philippine authorities. In the city of General Santos, at least one building has collapsed.
Authorities in both Indonesia and Malaysia have also issued warnings due to the earthquake.
According to the Philippine Institute of Seismology, the quake was very strong.
– We expect damage and have already seen videos showing damaged buildings, says director Teresito Bacolcol to the AP.
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