there are "pillars" or "gates" to World Wars, especially Total War. 

Many have been activated, however covid 19 could may have well been one of them, but it's not as defined as blowing up a countries infrastructure, in particular undersea cables or pipelines. These have been recognized as a pillar or entry to war. This is why I say this, but it's not me saying this, it's CENTCOM and others - among the whisperers, who are like "shit that was actually a bad move by the establishment".

When there's usually someone quick to blame i.e. "China Virus" then most likely it's not a caveat for war. When it's hushed and avoided, it usually is.