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conflict

[kuhn-flikt, kon-flikt] / kənˈflɪkt, ˈkɒn flɪkt /




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Though China had spent months shoring up its supply to head off shocks from the conflict, Caine’s remark served as a warning to Beijing, one U.S. official said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Equity markets are moving past the conflict — just like they did during America’s ‘Operation Midnight Hammer’ in June 2025.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

Delegates at the negotiations in Switzerland, mediated by the US and Qatar, said they were encouraged by their progress toward ending the conflict.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Talking Points BMO Capital Markets External link April 17: This missive marks the seventh consecutive week of starting with commentary on the conflict in Iran, and it could possibly be the last.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

For millions of young Americans, and their families and friends, Vietnam was no longer a distant conflict.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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