Trump says does not think Russian plague is bio-weapon
The US president says he has a phone call scheduled with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the issue, which involves the death of a Russian plague laboratory worker.
US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that the death of a Russian plague laboratory worker does not seem to be related to a biological weapon. Trump expressed skepticism, saying, "We don't think so. We're going to find out soon enough, but we don't think so." He made the remarks in the Oval Office when asked about the involvement of a "bio-weapon."
Russia had previously cautioned against spreading false information following the reports of a second suspected case. The US and the United Nations have urged Russia to provide greater transparency. Trump noted that Russia claimed the situation was under control, but added, "If you listen to them, it's under control. But you know, people have said that before about other things."
Trump also drew parallels to China's response to the Covid-19 pandemic, stating, "Well, China didn't say much, and Russia is not saying much either. But they do say they have it very much under control." He reiterated that he is scheduled to have a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the issue, though he did not disclose the timing. Trump added, "Today is Vladimir Putin's birthday."
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