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Many years have passed since the Corona epidemic started, but the controversy regarding its origin is still not over. Meanwhile, some documents released by America's National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard have once again intensified the debate on the onset of Covid-19 and the decisions related to it.

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Gabbard has claimed that the newly made public documents raise new questions on the initial assessments related to the origin of the corona virus and the role of American officials. He has also made serious allegations against former US health official Dr. Anthony Fauci. However, earlier too, different parties have been giving their arguments on these allegations and the final conclusion on this subject has not been revealed yet.

What is in the documents made public?

According to documents released by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), there was a long discussion within US intelligence agencies regarding the origin of COVID-19. Some analysts expressed the possibility of the virus spreading naturally, while some also said that the theory of a possible lab-related accident should be kept under investigation. Gabbard alleges that an attempt was made to influence some assessments related to the beginning of the epidemic. He said that the American public should get complete transparency and accountability in this matter.

What were the allegations against Fauci?

Based on the released documents, Gabbard claimed that Dr. Anthony Fauci played an important role in discussions related to the origin of COVID-19. He also alleged that some information was not made public. However, Dr. Fauci has denied these allegations many times in the past. He had said in his testimony before Congress that he did not conceal any information or influence intelligence agencies.

What do agencies say on Wuhan lab theory?

There have been disagreements between US agencies for years over the origin of Covid-19. Some agencies consider natural infection more likely, while others believe that a lab-related incident cannot be completely ruled out. An assessment prepared in May 2020 said that conditions existed in the laboratory in Wuhan where the possibility of accidental release of the virus could be considered. However, this was not considered a conclusive finding.