The United States has called on European countries to adopt travel restrictions for people who have recently visited Ebola-affected countries in Central Africa, as part of efforts to prevent the spread of the virus ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
According to sources, Washington issued a formal diplomatic request on June 1 urging European nations to follow measures already implemented by the U.S., including entry restrictions on non-citizens who have recently been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan.
The U.S. says the move is aimed at protecting public health and preventing the Ebola outbreak from reaching its shores.
The Trump administration has stressed the need for a coordinated international response, urging countries to contribute financially and enforce travel safeguards.
U.S. officials say the country has provided more than 150 tonnes of medical supplies and pledged over $200 million to support Ebola response efforts, making it the largest contributor to the fight against the outbreak.
The appeal comes as millions of fans, athletes, and tourists are expected to travel for the FIFA World Cup, increasing concerns about cross-border transmission of the disease.
