GEORGETOWN, Guyana – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) have finally broken their silence on the alleged pipeline rupture, issuing a joint statement that categorically denies opposition leader Azruddin Mohamed’s claims of a three-month-old leak.

But upon closer examination, the government’s response—while firm in its denials—raises as many questions as it answers.

The agencies state “unequivocally that there is no factual basis” for the claims, pointing out that the pipeline is “not currently active, and no gas is flowing through it.” Since no gas is flowing, they argue, “there can be no leak or damage of the nature suggested”.