Both agencies declined to respond to the specific charges, however, saying the matter was under litigation.

The companies also declined to respond to written questions.

But he declined to respond to the Mayor's charges that his leadership is wanting.

Officials at the stock exchange declined to respond to the mayor's remarks.

The Deity declined to respond, possibly being on a break.

A spokesman declined to respond to a request for a comment on Friday.

The university previously declined to respond to requests for comment.

Saudi Aramco officials declined to respond to questions about the meeting.

An Indian government minister, reached at home, declined to respond to the remarks.