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But in a rare appearance on state TV, he backed the talks with the US and said Araghchi and Ghalibaf should be "praised".

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

Saudi Arabia ultimately backed down, but U.S. officials said at the time that the damage wouldn’t easily be undone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

The campaign, which encourages vaginal birth without any medical intervention and is backed by many midwives, has been found to have contributed to avoidable deaths and harm in other reviews.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

The company backed its full-year guidance, but warned that the impact of the Middle East conflict on its customers and business remained uncertain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Christopher’s heart was beating so hard that the griffin, disturbed by its racing thump, backed out of the jumper and cast him a look.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell