de-escalation
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On Sunday a US official said that Secretary of State Marco Rubio had proposed a plan for "gradual de-escalation" there to Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
The official said this would create space for gradual de-escalation and an effective cessation of hostilities.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Oil futures declined on Wednesday following comments from President Donald Trump that the war in Iran would be ended “very quickly,” with investors remaining uncertain about the potential for de-escalation.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
“Escalating tensions can weigh on gold through higher yields and a stronger dollar, while any credible path toward de-escalation or peace may ultimately support prices,” analysts at Saxo Bank said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
"Even when all suspicions point toward Iran or Iran-aligned groups, governments may avoid immediate public attribution because they want to preserve room for de-escalation and avoid being trapped into a military response," Bitar said.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
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