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"There will be no Troops going to Beirut, and any Troops that are on their way, have already been turned back," Trump said after what he described as a "very productive" call with Netanyahu.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

They were part of a larger group which in February left Al-Roj for Australia, but were turned back within hours due to "technical issues".

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Rushing had tagged out Lee and was headed back to the dugout when he turned back to see Lee on the ground, then kept going.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Investors turned back to risk on hopes that a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran would soon be agreed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Wolf ignored her and turned back to Tall Tailless, who was trying to tug off his pelt.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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