countering

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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

Andic’s lawyers assert Isak Andic’s fatal fall was likely due to bilateral gonarthrosis, a knee condition, countering the judge’s report.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The Australian Federal Police say Zahra Ahmed is still under investigation, and that the nine children who returned with the group will be asked to undergo community integration and countering violent extremism programmes.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

"Children who return in the cohort will be asked to undergo community integration programmes, therapeutic support, and countering violent extremism programmes," she added.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

“So, what was it like, then, Luke?” she asked, countering my red-hot rant with a cool white calm.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx