armed

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The epicentre of the current outbreak is the DRC's northeastern Ituri province, a region that is difficult to access region due to poor roads and is plagued by insecurity because of armed groups.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

In that environment, the helmets may have been intended for local militias, forces serving the Kingdom of Valencia, or armed groups responsible for defending the region's maritime frontier.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Toño, who now drives with plain-clothed armed police on board for his protection, wants whoever the next president is to have a "strong hand against crime".

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

But the shift has also raised concerns among some religious liberty advocates and observers who argue that the consolidation may obscure the diversity of belief systems within the armed forces.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

He clapped his hands and gave orders to the armed dwarfs, then turned to the companions.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander