hit squad

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The 15-strong hit squad was travelling on diplomatic passports and included several of MBS’s own bodyguards.

From BBC • Aug. 19, 2024

“With this first-ever prosecution of an alleged member of Lukashenka’s hit squad we are sending a strong signal,” said Viasna lawyer Pavel Sapelko.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2023

But Mr. Hérard and his unit never engaged the hit squad at the residence, instead mounting a roadblock some distance away, according to his initial police testimony.

From New York Times • Aug. 21, 2021

The CIA claim came after six weeks of relentless pressure on the kingdom and its heir to the throne, who has denied any knowledge of the hit squad sent to Turkey or its mission.

From The Guardian • Nov. 17, 2018

Turkish officials have accused the Saudis of stalling searches of the consulate building and the consul general’s residence, which some members of the alleged hit squad visited after leaving the nearby consulate.

From Washington Post • Nov. 12, 2018