European Commission urges Russia to share plague case details in Siberia
The European Commission asked Russia for urgent information about a suspected plague case in Siberia on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
EU seeks timely data from Moscow
European Commission spokesperson Eva Hrncirova told reporters that the EU needs precise information from Russia as soon as possible. She stated that experts require these details to assess potential cross-border risks and determine if other countries are affected.
WHO meeting prompted the request
The European Commission held a meeting with the World Health Organization on Wednesday during which the UN agency sought clarification. Hrncirova noted that Russia must share timely information because it is a member of the WHO European Region.
Investigation started after pneumonia report
Russian authorities reported an epidemiological investigation began after identifying community-acquired pneumonia in an employee at the Irkutsk Scientific Research Anti-Plague Institute. The commission emphasized that the whole world is waiting for this information from Moscow.
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