intercontinental

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The parade usually features intercontinental ballistic missiles, armored vehicles and goose-stepping soldiers near the walls of Kremlin, and has become a centerpiece of President Vladimir Putin’s decadeslong rule of Russia.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Defense Intelligence Agency told NBC News that Russia “probably has sent technicians to assist Tehran” with “some aspects of its missile programs” and space-launched vehicle efforts that use similar technology to intercontinental ballistic missiles.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

The Democratic Republic of Congo qualified for their first World Cup in 52 years by beating Jamaica in their intercontinental play-off final, with an extra-time goal from Axel Tuanzebe sealing the win.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Of the 48 teams participating, the three hosts qualified automatically while 43 places were earned via direct qualification from the confederations and two spots were determined by intercontinental play-offs.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Australia thus provides a crucial test of theories about intercontinental differences in societies.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond