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Zelensky has said that Middle East countries used 800 PAC-3 interceptors to counter Iranian drones and other projectiles, adding that Ukraine had never had that many during its war.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Then again, the broad stock market has been performing well, for the most part, over the past decade, and this year’s action has run counter to that warning.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
The companies said threats from sabotage and drone activity were increasing and agreed to develop technology to counter potential attacks on critical infrastructure in Germany.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
The "Golden Dome", which aims to encompass the US, is designed to counter aerial threats to the US, including ballistic and cruise missiles.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
He put his hand out, and I set the basket on the counter.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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