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US formally requests more information on death at Russia plague lab

US formally requests more information on death at Russia plague lab

Summary

The U.S. government has officially asked Russia for more details about the death of a woman working at a research lab that studies plague bacteria in Siberia. The request came after reports said quarantine measures were being enforced at the facility.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. sent a formal diplomatic complaint, called a demarche, to Russia.
  • The demand is for more information about a woman’s death at a Siberian anti-plague research lab.
  • Reports mentioned quarantine actions taking place at the lab after the death.
  • The woman worked at a lab that studies plague bacteria to prevent outbreaks.
  • The source providing this information is connected to NewsNation and The Hill’s sister network.
  • This happened during President Donald Trump’s administration.
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