2 chapters across the catalog
Iran Coronavirus Outbreak, Government Official Infections
The coronavirus spread rapidly in Iran, centered in the holy city of Qom, partly due to maintained flight connections with China. Several high-ranking officials, including the deputy health minister, tested positive for the virus. President Hassan Rouhani accused the United States of using the outbreak to spread fear and force the closure of the Iranian economy.
COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran and Deep State Speculation
The rapid spread of COVID-19 to the city of Qom, Iran, targeting political elites shortly after the assassination of Qasem Soleimani, is cited as further evidence of a targeted biological attack. Ron Unz suggests that the operation may have been carried out by elements of the US national security establishment without President Trump's direct authorization. The theory posits that the virus originated at Fort Detrick and was deployed to damage geopolitical rivals, eventually resulting in unintended domestic blowback.
