Security officials say there is a strong likelihood the threats could be carried out, as authorities order action.

Activists say US lawmakers must be held accountable for military assistance to Israel and investments in weapons manufacturers.

Pope Leo said on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this week to remove it.

Eyewitnesses said the floodwaters inundated roads and submerged numerous vehicles.

The Ervebo vaccine used against the Zaire strain of Ebola, will go through a human trial to see if it offers any cross-protection against the Bundibugyo strain.

The country’s health minister said the government had not yet authorised the trial amid reports that the study had been approved.