In the news: Europe looks at MPOX expansion, Democratic Convention and Gaza talks

These are the topics that will occupy the main headlines as of this Monday, August 19, 2024:

– Europe looks at mpox expansion: The European Union’s Health Security Committee is meeting today to discuss the ongoing outbreak of mpox (the disease formerly known as monkeypox) in the Democratic Republic of Congo and to consider further measures to try to stop its spread. Today is a technical meeting to coordinate the EU’s rapid response to serious cross-border health threats. It is a key meeting for the exchange of information on the specific measures taken by each country.

– Democratic Convention kicks off: The Democratic National Convention begins today in the United States, which is expected to elevate Kamala Harris as the official candidate of that party to the White House. In addition to the current president, Joe Biden, former presidents Obama and Clinton will also be speakers at the Democratic Convention that will run until Thursday in the city of Chicago.

– Gaza ceasefire negotiations: Following last week’s round of talks between the United States, Qatar, Egypt and Israel in Doha, Qatar, they are meeting this week in Cairo, Egypt, to try to agree on a ceasefire for Gaza. Hamas will not participate in the Cairo negotiations.