territory

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That pilot ejected over friendly territory and has been safely recovered, Caine said.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

They have won pretty much everywhere with a wide range of candidates—in special elections and regular elections in deep red territory and in more contested geographies, running candidates of the far left and the center-left.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Some US analysts have described the loss of an F-15E deep inside Iranian territory, followed by the destruction of several rescue aircraft, as showing the limitations of the US air power.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

U.S. aircraft reportedly took fire during the mission, underscoring the risks of operating deep inside hostile territory.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Who knew I’d find inspiration here, in enemy territory?

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas