David Attenborough speaks at G7 summit. Video / The IndependentThe leaders of the G7 nations have joined together to push for a fresh investigation into the origins of the coronavirus pandemic, demanding transparency from China. During his press conference at the end of the G7 summit, Biden was asked what China could do to "ease tensions" with other countries. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken also highlighted the G7 leaders' demand for a more thorough investigation during an appearance on Fox News, calling the initial WHO effort "highly deficient". The G7 communique also called out Russia, whose President Vladimir Putin will meet Biden for bilateral talks on Wednesday.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 13, 2021 20:04 UTC