TL;DRA UN report indicates that while the number of people suffering from hunger worldwide has decreased, billions still lack the financial means to afford a healthy diet. Future conflicts, including those in the Middle East, could significantly threaten global food supplies.

TL;DRThe humanitarian organization CARE has publicly disagreed with statements made by foreign policy spokesperson Johann Wadephul regarding the current situation in Lebanon. The specific points of contention between the two parties were not detailed in the report.

TL;DRThe death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached 967. The current outbreak has been ongoing for more than a month.

TL;DRAt least 20 people have died in Afghanistan following floods caused by heavy rainfall. Current reports confirm the death toll resulting from the severe weather event.

TL;DRThe number of Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is continuing to increase. Containment efforts are being hindered by an unstable security situation, a lack of resources, and public distrust.