conflict
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On Feb. 27, the day before the conflict began, more than 150 tankers and vessels traveled through the strait.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Xi told Putin that the Middle East was at a "critical juncture" and called for an "early end to the conflict", in particular to secure energy supplies.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Public finances, meanwhile, are under increasing strain from the costs of the Iran conflict and programs designed to insulate households and businesses from higher energy costs.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
A spokesperson for the Andic family denied that there was conflict over Jonathan’s marriage to Navarro, adding that the couple had a close relationship with Isak.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Both the Union and Confederate governments stockpiled rifles and cannons in anticipation of conflict.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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