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Almost 44 years to the day earlier, Israeli forces had seized the same commanding position overlooking a valley, later turning it into a key base during their two-decade occupation of southern Lebanon.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Spanish newspaper El Pais reported at the time that authorities had seized Jonathan Andic's phone shortly after the death.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

President Trump said on Tuesday the U.S. had seized a ship with ties to China.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The Iranian negotiator's latest comment comes as clashes continue in the dangerous waterway and vital global shipping route, with Iran announcing that it had "seized" two ships in the strait.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Kalo had seized him under one arm and led him to the portable trailer that served as Curly’s office.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen