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There have been sporadic clashes since the heavy fighting in late February and world leaders have called on the two nations to cease hostilities.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Recent days of hostilities showed how close the two foes have come to the edge even while trying to keep their military actions measured.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

At least in 2024, USC only had to pay one football coach, after paying Clay Helton a combined $9 million not to coach over the two previous years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Also invited were the two other declared candidates: Argentina's Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency; and the former president of Senegal, Macky Sall, with the latter sending a short video message.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

It’s clear she wants the two of them to talk alone.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold