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The threats posed by Palestine Action had been the most important factor in the lawful decision-making, Baroness Carr said, including how the group clandestinely organised and targeted lawful businesses.

From BBC Jun. 15, 2026

That shut down Iran’s network of shadow ships, which for years defied U.S. sanctions on Iran’s substantial oil exports by going dark at sea before clandestinely transferring their cargoes to China.

From The Wall Street Journal May 1, 2026

More than 3,000 migrants died in 2025 while attempting to reach Spain clandestinely, according to the Spanish NGO Caminando Fronteras.

From Barron's Feb. 10, 2026

Even if this music didn’t make an impact on the charts here, it found its way back to post-revolution Iran clandestinely, on tapes and music video satellite broadcasts.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 27, 2025

In the old days there were no television cameras, and most ANC press conferences were conducted clandestinely.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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