attacked

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The strikes by the U.A.E. and Saudi Arabia came after Tehran attacked energy facilities and civilian infrastructure in both countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

The apparent seizure of Hui Chuan comes after an Indian-flagged vessel was attacked off the coast of Oman on Wednesday, according to Indian officials.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

A Huntington Beach man said he was attacked over the weekend after he and his wife rode past a large group of teenagers on e-bikes near the beach.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The New Corolla departed Basra a few days before the U.S. and Israel first attacked Iran, passing through the Strait of Hormuz on Feb. 28.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

They had been attacked by a polar bear.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz