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Lab leak theory gains traction, as CIA makes call

“CIA Confirms Likely Lab Origin of Covid-19 Amidst Controversy and Suppressed Evidence”

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5 months ago

January 26, 2025

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“CIA Confirms Likely Lab Origin of Covid-19 Amidst Controversy and Suppressed Evidence”

Five years after the emergence of a new coronavirus, the CIA’s assessment suggesting a likely laboratory origin is not surprising to those familiar with the topic.

A lab origin appears the most logical explanation for the outbreak in Wuhan, China.

There has been no substantial evidence supporting a zoonotic origin for Covid-19, despite extensive searches for a potential animal host.

Leading scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology showed immediate concern about their involvement when the virus was first reported.

Shi Zhengli, dubbed the ‘bat lady’, expressed worry while returning to Wuhan, and Anthony Fauci in the US questioned whether their institute had funded related research there.

This American funding had previously breached a ban established under the Obama administration.

Following this, a significant cover-up began, with scientists dismissing the lab leak theory as absurd, despite private communications indicating they believed the virus could have originated in a lab.

Prominent US scientists were at risk of losing their reputations and funding, which would be jeopardised by the admission of US funding for research that might have led to Covid-19.

Medical journals rejected studies supporting the lab leak theory, reinforcing the narrative of a naturally-occurring virus based on a flawed consensus.

This breach of trust caused public outrage when the truth emerged.

Intelligence agencies also supported the natural-origins narrative, with initial statements misleadingly claiming Covid-19 was not man-made.

Critical information about the first known case being a scientist at the Wuhan Institute was suppressed.

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Trump: No ceasefire with Iran, just surrender

Trump rejects ceasefire with Iran, demands total conflict end, warns of military action and nuclear threats.

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29 minutes ago

June 18, 2025

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Trump rejects ceasefire with Iran, demands total conflict end, warns of military action and nuclear threats.

Trump: No Ceasefire With Iran, Just Surrender — President Donald Trump has escalated his stance on Iran, rejecting the idea of a ceasefire and stating he wants a complete end to the conflict.

He warned Iran against developing nuclear weapons and hinted at potential military action, including the use of “bunker buster” bombs. Trump’s remarks, including a threatening post on Truth Social, have reignited fears of a broader confrontation in the Middle East.

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Markets drop as Trump threatens Iran strike

“Markets slide as Trump’s threats against Iran and abrupt G7 exit heighten investor fears, boosting oil prices amid rising inflation concerns.”

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48 minutes ago

June 18, 2025

Ahron Young

“Markets slide as Trump’s threats against Iran and abrupt G7 exit heighten investor fears, boosting oil prices amid rising inflation concerns.”

Markets Drop As Trump Threatens Iran Strike — President Trump’s hardline stance on Iran and his early G7 departure spooked investors.

Stock markets slumped while oil and energy surged, raising concerns over inflation and global trade instability. With Middle East tensions flaring, Wall Street braces for more volatility.

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Israel targets Iran’s Fordow facility amid tensions

Israel seeks to damage Iran’s Fordow facility before halting operations; Trump suggests US knows Khamenei’s location, avoids assassination.

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3 hours ago

June 18, 2025

Ahron Young

Israel seeks to damage Iran’s Fordow facility before halting operations; Trump suggests US knows Khamenei’s location, avoids assassination.

In Short:
Israel aims to damage Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility and is seeking US assistance, despite uncertainty about American military involvement. Tensions rise as President Trump holds national security meetings, contemplating military options against Iran.

Israel plans to continue its operations against Iran until the Fordow nuclear facility is significantly damaged. The facility, located underground near Qom, is crucial for uranium enrichment.

Israel acknowledges that its own military capabilities cannot reach the depths of Fordow, but it is relying on the United States for support.

Israel’s National Security Advisor, Tzachi Hanegbi, indicated ongoing discussions with US officials but expressed uncertainty regarding US involvement in military actions.

Iran’s nuclear weapon

Many in Israel and the West suspect that Fordow is part of Iran’s nuclear weapon development, a claim that Iran denies.

President Donald Trump left the G7 summit early due to this ongoing conflict and convened a national security meeting at the White House.

The meeting, which lasted nearly two hours, included key security figures such as CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.

Reports suggest that Trump is considering the use of a “bunker buster” bomb against Fordow.