The lab in Irkutsk, where the Russian worker died, has long been suspected of developing bioweapons, according to author Annie Jacobsen, who recently released her nonfiction book, "Biological War: A Scenario." Leigh Kini
The lab in Irkutsk, where the Russian worker died, has long been suspected of developing bioweapons, according to author Annie Jacobsen, who recently released her nonfiction book, "Biological War: A Scenario." Leigh Kiniry reports. ### GOP senator confuses sports teams during Jack Smith testimony Featured Political NewsIran War LatestNFL ScoresCollege Football Rankings Follow Us On YouTubeFacebookInstagramX Privacy Privacy PolicyCalifornia NoticeYour Privacy ChoicesTerms of UseMinors' Privacy Policy More from CBS News NewslettersPodcastsDownload Our AppBrand StudioSitemap Company About ParamountAdvertise With ParamountJoin Our Talent CommunityHelpFeedbackContact the Ombudsman
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