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Polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea declared by World Health Organisation


Published on 2025-05-16 02:02:58 - BBC
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  • Less than half of the country's population are immunised against the highly infectious disease.

The article from the BBC discusses the ongoing conflict in Sudan, focusing on the recent escalation of violence in the capital, Khartoum. It reports that at least 56 people were killed in a single day due to intensified fighting between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The conflict, which began in mid-April, has led to a dire humanitarian situation, with millions trapped in the city amidst shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. The article also mentions international efforts to broker a ceasefire, but notes that previous attempts have failed, leaving the civilian population in a precarious state as they struggle to survive amidst the chaos.

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