Dozens Quarantined In Siberia After Plague Institute Worker Dies
Larry O'Connor
Mon, Oct 5, 2026
By Larry O'Connor, Townhall.com
A concerning incident at an anti-plague research facility in Siberia has raised questions about biosafety and transparency. A researcher working at the facility died, and despite initial reports suggesting a possible plague infection, Russian authorities have stated that no plague organisms were detected, and the cause of death was pneumonia of unknown origin. However, the significant measures taken, such as quarantining potentially hundreds of people and shutting down major hospitals for three weeks, indicate a serious concern among authorities. Dr. Robert Malone, a physician and scientist, has been analyzing the situation, noting that while the official narrative denies a plague outbreak, there are discrepancies that warrant further investigation. The situation is reminiscent of the COVID-19 origins debate, highlighting the need for transparent and thorough investigations in such critical scenarios. The discussion also touches on the potential for engineered pathogens and the importance of international cooperation in handling such incidents.