states

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She turns up in his hometown and, with nowhere else to stay, helps herself to his villa while Matteo gallivants around the States, blissfully ignorant.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“As the president of the United States said, if the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith, we’re certainly willing to extend the open hand,” Vance said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

But Morris said that China in the end had fewer interests at play than the United States, Iran, Israel or Gulf states.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

“With the greatest humility, I am pleased to announce that the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate cease-fire,” he wrote.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

“Yes, hello. I’d like to place a person-to-person call to Cleveland, Ohio, the United States of America, please.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin