explosives

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On Friday the government reached an agreement with miners who were striking to obtain increased supplies of fuel and explosives to do their work and an expansion of areas in which they can operate.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

It describes the company’s 20% 1H Ebit beat in explosives versus consensus as impressive.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Reports in Greek media say the drone carried explosives and its engine was still running when it was discovered.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

In March, the High Representative for Gaza on the Board of Peace, Nickolay Mladenov, laid out a detailed plan for Palestinian armed groups to decommission their weapons, starting with rockets, explosives and assault rifles.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

There, they would be able to collect flour, sugar, and other provisions, as well as explosives and fuel.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein