intercepted
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Late on Tuesday, the United Arab Emirates said it had intercepted new attacks from Iran.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
Two other drones were intercepted, Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
Brad Cooper said the U.S. military sank six Iranian boats and intercepted missiles and drones targeting civilian vessels.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
Dozens of intercepted activists disembarked on Friday at the Greek island of Crete, according to an AFP journalist.
From Barron's • May 2, 2026
“I know. Still, if the Ferolind is intercepted, we’ll have no way out of Djerholm.”
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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