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Despite the confrontational tone of the marching chants, the vibe was generally positive.

Even during Gould’s own tenure, his confrontational approach and frequent separate concurring opinions contributed to decreased board collegiality and political tensions with both Republicans and Democrats.

The writer and director won an Oscar for Promising Young Woman in 2021, but is best known for last year's psychological thriller Saltburn, which gained cult status for a succession of provocative and confrontational scenes.

The judge said there was a "great deal of mitigation" in his case, including his previous good character and immediate guilty plea, and that his behaviour had not been aggressive or confrontational.

Russia's foreign ministry condemned Poland's leadership for its "confrontational steps" in closing the border.