U.S. State Department Reissues Do-Not-Travel Advisory for Russia Amid Plague Concerns

Grand Rapids Kalamazoo Battle Creek, MI, October 6, 2026 — The United States Department of State has reissued its do-not-travel advisory for the Russian Federation. This decision comes in response to reports concerning a suspected case of pneumonic plague originating in the Siberian region of Russia.

The advisory urges U.S. citizens to refrain from traveling to Russia due to the ongoing risks. While specific details regarding the suspected pneumonic plague case, including the identity of the individual or the exact timeline of events, have not been fully disclosed by the authorities or in the summary provided, the reports have prompted the State Department to reinforce its travel warning.

Pneumonic plague is a severe form of the disease that can be transmitted from person to person through airborne droplets, making it particularly concerning from a public health and travel safety perspective. The U.S. State Department’s advisories are typically issued to inform American citizens about safety and security conditions in foreign countries, including health risks.

This reissuance of the do-not-travel advisory signifies the U.S. government’s assessment of current risks in Russia. The exact date of the advisory’s reissue was not specified in the provided information. U.S. citizens currently in Russia are advised to monitor local news, follow instructions from local authorities, and review their personal security plans. The department periodically updates its travel guidance based on evolving circumstances in countries around the world.

Story summarized from the original created by Tara Suter on thehill.com, see more information here.

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