Russian authorities stated on Wednesday, October 7th, that there is “no epidemic risk” in Siberia following the death of a laboratory worker at an institute researching the plague. The Kremlin has denounced “false information” as calls for greater transparency increase, coming from organizations including the WHO, the EU, and the United States. The death of the lab worker has sparked concerns about potential outbreaks of the highly contagious disease. Despite these concerns, Moscow insists there is no cause for alarm regarding a wider epidemic. The situation remains under scrutiny as international bodies request more information about the incident and the ongoing research in Siberia. The Kremlin's denial contrasts with growing anxieties over potential health risks.