stalemate
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He was awarded the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize mainly for bringing an end to the 20-year military stalemate with neighbouring Eritrea.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
The two countries have been at a stalemate for the past several weeks, and in that time, rumors of deals have proven to be just that.
From Salon • May 28, 2026
Oil futures were extending their declines on Wednesday after President Donald Trump suggested that a deal with Iran was close, raising hopes for a resolution to the months-long stalemate in the Middle East.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
From afar, headlines can feel like history looping, another geopolitical stalemate.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The stalemate over a doctor’s visit continued through January and into February that year.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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