countering
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Today, not only has Ukraine gained battlefield advantage over Russia in places, it has parlayed that success into respect and contracts following the U.S. war with Iran, thanks to Kyiv’s expertise in countering drone attacks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
Germany's ruling coalition has agreed on sweeping tax, labour and pension reforms, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Thursday, a breakthrough aimed at reviving the struggling economy and countering the rise of the far right.
From Barron's ● Jul. 2, 2026
The base can host every type of ship in the U.S. fleet, and has played a critical role in countering Iranian weapon smuggling, minelaying and tanker attacks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Some analysts say the summit could be Xi's way of countering Russia's growing influence over North Korea, but DePaul's Ku noted that "overall, Moscow is not a major power like China".
From Barron's ● Jun. 8, 2026
It flew toward the water, reaching down fully outstretched talons, and I gasped as it snatched up a huge fish and lifted it into the sky, countering the weight with powerful wingbeats.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
