crossfire

The UK could try and remain neutral, but would struggle to avoid the crossfire, especially for the goods trade in pharmaceuticals and cars.

“The men and women in blue may find themselves caught in the crossfire caused by the potential violence sparked by misinformation campaigns from foreign hostile nations and some American political operatives.”

Los Angeles police said the victims were homeless people caught in the crossfire of a gang shootout, and that two suspects had already been arrested for allegedly participating in a flash mob-style robbery.

In recent months, CNN has turned “NewsNight” into a conflict-driven talk show — reminiscent of the network’s long-running “Crossfire” program that ended in 2005 — with pundits presenting opposing viewpoints.

“CNN lets Tucker Carlson go; ‘Crossfire’ likely to end as stand-alone show,” Associated Press, Jan. 5, 2005.