treason
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Authorities are detaining people and warning such acts could be considered treason.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
There were shouts of treason, but Gen. Washington intervened on Willing’s behalf, calling him a “worthy, well-disposed man.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Sierra Leone's government has dropped its charges, including treason, against ex-President Ernest Bai Koroma, who was arrested in connection with an attempted coup nearly three years ago.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
He denied charges of failing to report treason relating to Besigye's case and was remanded in prison.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
“Whether he is banished for treason or bond breakage, I care not. I just want him gone. Who among us could ever trust him again?” shouted a woman.
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
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