'We don't think so': Trump says Russian plague lab worker's death not linked to bio-weapon
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the death of a Russian plague laboratory worker did not appear to be linked to a biological weapon.
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump dismissed the notion that the death of a Russian plague laboratory worker was linked to a biological weapon, stating, "We don't think so." He vowed to uncover the truth, but emphasized that the matter is still under investigation. Trump's comments came as Russia denied accusations of spreading false information following reports of a second suspected case.
The US and United Nations have called for increased transparency from Russia, but the country remains tight-lipped. Trump acknowledged that Moscow claims the situation is under control, echoing similar assertions made by China regarding its handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, he pointed out that both countries are providing limited information, emphasizing, "But they do say they have it very much under control."
Trump also mentioned a scheduled phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the issue, though he declined to specify when it would take place.
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