


U.S. Lawmakers Support Lab Leak Theory in COVID-19 Origins Report
A recent U.S. congressional report backs the theory that COVID-19 may have originated from a lab, drawing sharp responses from Beijing.
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A U.S. congressional investigation concludes COVID-19 likely originated from a Wuhan laboratory, challenging previous beliefs. The report draws Beijing's ire and highlights controversies over U.S. agencies' handling of the pandemic. It discusses funding for risky research and critiques lockdown and mask effectiveness. The report seeks to guide future pandemic preparedness while voicing concerns over international cooperation and transparency.
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