WHO demands answers from Russia after Siberian plague lab worker death

The World Health Organization and the US are demanding more information from Russia after the death of a lab worker at a Siberian plague research center, amid suspected pneumonic plague. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus requested details on the pathogen and a reported second case. US President Donald Trump reportedly wants to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the opaque case. Russia has denied plans for such a call, while the WHO seeks clarity on the cause of the severe pneumonia and media reports of another infected employee. The incident has drawn global attention due to the facility's work with deadly pathogens. The WHO's request underscores international concern over potential disease outbreaks and the need for transparent reporting from affected countries.