fired

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It also follows unprecedented attacks from Iran, which has fired thousands of drones and missiles at Gulf targets including airports, casting the wealthy region into sudden economic uncertainty.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Police in Kenya have fired tear gas to break up a protest in the central town of Nanyuki against the construction of an Ebola quarantine centre for US citizens.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Department officials have never identified which officer they believe fired the shot that killed Corado.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

These efforts have been hampered by the recent departure of Chairman Albert Manifold, who was abruptly fired last month amid concerns about bullying behavior.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Janet fired the first one she caught, but what was the point?

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin