Ambasada SUA cere cetățenilor să părăsească imediat Rusia

The U.S. Embassy in Moscow has issued a warning regarding a suspected case of pneumonic plague in Irkutsk, urging American citizens to leave Russia immediately. A woman died from the disease, prompting local authorities to enforce quarantine measures. The embassy cautioned that assistance may be limited and that U.S. government employees could face travel restrictions. Americans in the region are advised to follow local medical guidance and monitor their health. The State Department maintains a Level 4 travel advisory for Russia, urging citizens to exit due to potential quarantine risks and security threats. The case involves a laboratory technician who reportedly broke a test tube containing the plague pathogen.