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de-escalation

[dee-es-kuh-layshuhn] / ˌdiˌɛs kəˈleɪʃən /




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Veteran SPD lawmakers Rolf Mützenich and Ralf Stegner both welcomed the cancellation of the missile deal in particular as a sign of de-escalation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Risk proxies should start the week firmer on U.S.-Iran de-escalation hopes, but FX markets may hesitate to chase gains as details around Iran’s nuclear program and uranium enrichment remain unclear, the bank says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Equity markets have recently been driven by the positivity generated by the U.S. first-quarter reporting season, and expectations for a de-escalation of hostilities in the Persian Gulf.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Markets welcomed de-escalation, but an analyst cautioned that a permanent peace deal remains highly uncertain, suggesting continued oil volatility.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

“Officers are highly trained in de-escalation tactics and regularly receive ongoing use of force training.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026




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