Abbas
Britishnoun
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who attended the talks, said this week that Qatar had recently played what he called a constructive role in financial matters, according to Iranian reports.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
“So the opening message of my campaign is, ‘My name is Abbas Alawieh.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
U.S. forces shot down Iranian drones and hit a drone-control station near Bandar Abbas, The Wall Street Journal External link reported, citing U.S. officials.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
US forces said they had intercepted five attack drones in and around the strait, and prevented the launch of a sixth near Bandar Abbas.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
But really the rugs are from Iran, and they just ship them from Turkey, because Mr. Abbas is a man who takes pride in his work.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
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