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

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

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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.

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What demands are being made of China concerning the early days of the pandemic?

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What challenges did WHO scientists face when investigating the origins of COVID-19 in Wuhan?

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