rapprochement

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The historian argued that Castro feared any rapprochement with Washington would spur political and economic reforms on the island that would jeopardise his absolute power.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

In the rapprochement that followed, the U.S. dispatched hundreds of American troops to train Nigerian forces, including in the complicated tactics of coordinated air-and-infantry operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

However, Spain's economy minister was quoted by news agency Reuters as saying that Sheinbaum's presence was "a very important and positive sign of a rapprochement between the two countries".

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

For many in the Gulf, the strikes have also underscored the enduring risks of their proximity to Iran, which was why Gulf states decided to try rapprochement in the first place.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

Then, in the midst of this delicate rapprochement, Outside magazine confirmed it was sending me to Everest.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer