China accuses U.S. of COVID investigation smear campaign

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3 years ago

March 2, 2023

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Ever since Covid-19 started spreading in the Chinese city of Wuhan, there has been much debate about where the virus originated from

It was originally assumed that the disease made the jump from animals to humans in a seafood market in Wuhan.

But there have also been accusations that Covid leaked out from a laboratory.

The latest claim of this nature comes from FBI Director Christopher Wray.

In an interview with Fox News, he said that the agency have “assessed that the origins of the pandemic are most likely a potential lab incident in Wuhan”.

He’s also accused Beijing of trying to scupper investigations into how the pandemic started.

These comments come just days after the Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. Energy Department has now assessed – with low confidence – that the virus came from a lab.

Beijing has categorically denied any claims that the virus leaked out from a laboratory – accusing certain parties of trying to smear China.

They’ve also pointed to an investigation from the World Health Organisation back in 2021 that said the laboratory leak theory was “extremely unlikely”.

These claims come amidst the backdrop of increasing U.S.-China tensions and these latest comments from the FBI director will do little to calm the situation.

Trump weighs U.S. role in Iran as Middle East conflict escalates

Trump consults advisers on U.S. strategy post-Iran conflict as regional tensions escalate amid military actions.

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1 day ago

March 5, 2026

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Trump consults advisers on U.S. strategy post-Iran conflict as regional tensions escalate amid military actions.

President Trump is consulting with top advisers on how the U.S. should respond once the conflict in Iran subsides. Decisions on military, diplomatic, and regional strategies are reportedly being finalised amid the ongoing conflict.

Meanwhile, Iran has targeted multiple regional sites while Israel intercepted a jet fighter over Tehran, signalling a dangerously volatile situation. International concern grows as conflicts risk wider escalation.

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U.S. submarine sinks Iranian warship near Sri Lanka

U.S. video of Iranian warship sinking escalates tensions, confirms submarine responsible near Sri Lanka, sparks geopolitical concerns.

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1 day ago

March 5, 2026

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U.S. video of Iranian warship sinking escalates tensions, confirms submarine responsible near Sri Lanka, sparks geopolitical concerns.

A dramatic video showing the sinking of an Iranian warship has been released by the United States, escalating tensions in an already volatile region. While the exact date and full details of the footage remain unverified, the images have quickly gone viral across global platforms.

U.S. Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that a U.S. submarine was responsible for sinking the Iranian vessel off the southern coast of Sri Lanka. The development marks a significant flashpoint in maritime security across the Indo-Pacific.

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister identified the ship as the IRIS Dena, raising fresh geopolitical questions about Tehran’s naval movements and Washington’s strategic response.

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Trump claims Iran military neutralised as Strait Of Hormuz tensions surge

Trump claims Iran’s military largely neutralized; tensions rise with attacks threatening air travel and oil shipping.

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2 days ago

March 4, 2026

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Trump claims Iran’s military largely neutralized; tensions rise with attacks threatening air travel and oil shipping.

President Trump says Iran’s military capability has been largely neutralised, including its navy and air force, as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies. Iranian attacks have threatened commercial air travel and oil shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of wider economic fallout.

The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh has faced two attacks, while Gulf states worked to intercept further Iranian strikes. Officials report six U.S. troops killed and more than 700 deaths inside Iran as the exchange of fire escalates.

With global markets watching closely, the region remains on edge as military and diplomatic tensions show no signs of easing.

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