President Donald Trump stated on October 5, 2026, that he is concerned about a suspected case of pneumonic plague in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia. He mentioned that the U.S. is 'looking at it very strongly.' The State Department confirmed that it is monitoring the situation closely. Trump expressed his disapproval of the situation, saying, 'I hate to see them having it,' during a press briefing before his departure.
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Trump expresses concern over suspected plague case in Russia
President Trump voiced concerns regarding a suspected pneumonic plague case in Russia, indicating that the U.S. is closely monitoring the situation. The State Department is also keeping an eye on developments in Irkutsk Oblast.
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Trump expresses concern over suspected plague case in Russia