Scoop: White House monitors suspected plague outbreak in Russia - Axios
The Trump administration is reportedly monitoring a suspected plague outbreak in Russia. Officials are currently assessing the situation and potential response options.
Why it matters
Public health threats involving infectious diseases in major global powers require international monitoring and diplomatic coordination.
What they're saying: The Trump administration "is aware, monitoring the outbreak, and assessing…
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