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UN health agency wants more details from Russia on suspected pneumonic plague case

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Briefings

A World Health Organization official stated Wednesday that the agency lacks information on the cause of death of a lab worker in Siberia, prompting a request for details regarding a suspected pneumonic plague case. This inquiry follows a report by FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, though the specific circumstances and timeline remain unclear.

Key points

• The WHO official requested Russia to provide details on a lab worker's death in Siberia, citing global concerns about suspected pneumonic plague.
• The specific cause of death and the worker's identity are not yet confirmed by the WHO, and the incident occurred in late 2025.

Context and limitations

Coverage is limited to the WHO official's statement and the FRANCE 24 report; the full scope of the investigation and the worker's background remain unverified.

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