secessionist

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Leaders of several armed and secessionist groups said the three‑day measure was in recognition of the "profound spiritual importance" of the papal visit, which starts on Wednesday, and the need to safeguard civilian life.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

But the 66-year-old, known for his secessionist threats, eventually accepted the decision and allowed the snap poll to be held.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

The situation has stabilized in recent years following a peace agreement with the Islamic Liberation Front, the largest mainstream Muslim secessionist group, and the creation of an autonomous Muslim region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025

“I would not dare say that the secessionist movement is dead, but I can say that we are in a period where we don’t know what will come next,” he said.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2024

Madison’s prudent and silent intervention rescued Jefferson from the secessionist implications of his revolutionary principles and artfully concealed the huge discrepancy between their respective views of the Constitution.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis