escalation
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But even Freddy seems shocked by his rapid escalation to fame.
From Salon • Jun. 17, 2026
It will be measured by whether the war stops, whether prices ease, whether sanctions relief arrives, and whether the leadership can manage the next phase without another sudden escalation.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026
He faces a choice between high-risk escalation with an uncertain outcome and cutting our losses with an imperfect deal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
Tehran's ally Russia echoed the sentiment, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov saying the escalation risked more "negative consequences for the situation in the region and the global economy".
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
McNamara bluntly listed the disadvantages: “risk of escalation, casualties will be high, and may be a long war without victory.”
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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