W.H.O. Chief Says It Was 'Premature' To Rule Out COVID Lab Leak

The World Health Organization initially ruled out the possibility of COVID-19 leaking from a Chinese lab, but recent developments have prompted a reevaluation of this theory. The WHO is now urging China to be more transparent about the early days of the pandemic, as their scientists faced challenges accessing raw data during their investigation in Wuhan. President Biden has tasked U.S. intelligence agencies with finding answers within 90 days, indicating a renewed focus on the lab leak theory.

What is the World Health Organization currently reconsidering about the origins of COVID-19?

• That it possibly leaked from a Chinese lab

• That it was a natural occurrence

• That it originated from a seafood market

• That it was spread by animals

What challenge did WHO scientists face during their investigation in Wuhan?

• Lack of funding

• Inability to travel

• Language barriers

• Difficulty accessing raw data

What action has President Biden taken regarding the investigation into COVID-19's origins?

• He dismissed the lab leak theory

• He asked WHO to conduct another study

• He tasked U.S. intelligence agencies to find answers

• He imposed sanctions on China