U.S. warns Europe to step up Ebola screening ahead of World Cup
The U.S. is urging European countries to enhance Ebola screening measures ahead of the upcoming World Cup. A State Department cable warned that failure to adopt similar precautions could lead to consequences for those nations. The U.S. is coordinating with various countries to protect citizens and visitors during the global event.
- ▪The Trump administration has instructed U.S. diplomats to warn European countries about Ebola precautions.
- ▪The U.S. is coordinating with countries worldwide to protect citizens during the FIFA World Cup.
- ▪The State Department has requested European countries to implement travel restrictions similar to those in the U.S. to prevent Ebola's spread.
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National SecurityU.S. warns Europe to step up Ebola screening ahead of World CupA State Department cable this week instructed U.S. diplomats to warn European countries of possible consequences if they fail to adopt the Trump administration’s Ebola precautions.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Health workers in an Ebola treatment center in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on May 31. Michel Lunanga / Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 5, 2026, 8:43 PM EDTBy Abigail WilliamsWASHINGTON — The Trump administration is urging European countries to mirror U.S. travel restrictions implemented in response to Ebola as the U.S.
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