President Donald Trump says he has a call scheduled with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss a possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia. The topic follows reports of a death of a staff member at a Russian anti-plague research facility in Siberia, which has triggered international public health concern.
Multiple outlets report that Trump also says the United States is prepared to help and that Washington is in “very deep discussions” on the matter. The Financial Times adds that the incident has increased pressure on Moscow to provide more information about what happened and how it is being contained.
Across the coverage, outlets focus on Trump’s planned direct communication with Putin and the broader diplomatic and public health stakes. While some emphasize U.S. willingness to assist, others highlight that the situation is prompting calls for greater transparency from Russia regarding the incident and any potential spread.
