attempted

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The U.S. disabled the oil tanker Lexi, sanctioned in March, after it attempted to breach a blockade, leading to Iranian drone and missile attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Central Command said the Iranian drone attacks “failed to impact intended targets,” the fact that an “additional wave” of drones have attempted to attack U.S. forces in Kuwait raises worries that talks may have stalled.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Bilton attempted to defend Weiss, who was not at the meeting, and asserted that CBS News management was committed to guiding “60 Minutes” into the digital future.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

In the Powell era, the Fed attempted to craft policy and frameworks that looked beyond current economic conditions.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Secretary Stanton attempted to coordinate the efforts of the local police force, detectives, and the army.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson