handed over

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Two others -- identified only as Mikheil Z. and Beqa T. -- have already been convicted and imprisoned in other countries for similar crimes and have been temporarily handed over to France.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The PM's spokesman said the use of the function was permitted as long as it does not impact "record-keeping or transparency", and Sir Keir had handed over all relevant communications available to him.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The former president was arrested last year and handed over to the Netherlands-based tribunal.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Cuban spies have been adept at recruiting American officials, turning some into moles who handed over secrets for decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

“It’s a con, you know,” said Mal, but she handed over a bronze piece anyway.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell