Trump offers Russia aid after Siberian plague outbreak kills researcher

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US President Donald Trump offered aid to Russian President Vladimir Putin following an outbreak of an unidentified plague in Siberia, which has hospitalized hundreds and killed a researcher. Trump stated his administration is examining the situation and would "always help" Russia. The outbreak stems from researcher Darya Shipilova, 28, who died in late September after exposure to a pathogen at an Irkutsk institute. Nearly 200 contacts were hospitalized for observation, and several hospitals face quarantine restrictions. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed concern the plague could spread quickly. The Kremlin has urged the public to rely only on official statements, dismissing rumors. The World Health Organization noted unofficial information suggests the public health risk to the general population appears low.


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