peninsula
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Ukrainian strikes have largely targeted Russian military bases in the peninsula, which borders the partly Russian-occupied Kherson region in southern Ukraine.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
It hit the U.A.E. oil hub of Jebel Ali, then struck the alternative loading site across the peninsula at Fujeirah.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
Located between Iran’s southern coast and a peninsula shared by Oman and the Emirates, the strait is a tiny section of sea connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026
When Cyprus gained its independence in 1960, the UK retained sovereignty over sites, including on the Akrotiri peninsula.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
Serving as the leader of Girl Scout Troop No. 60, now one of the largest minority troops on the peninsula, was always at the top of Mary’s list of volunteer activities.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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