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He has avoided this so far, hoping the regime would see these assets as something to lose if it doesn’t accept a deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

To be sure, China, the primary buyer of Iranian oil, has largely stayed on the sidelines during the Iran war and has avoided applying pressure on Tehran to make concessions to the U.S.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

He has avoided injuries which have plagued him for several years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Chevron produces natural gas off Israel’s coast, and those operations were temporarily suspended, but otherwise the company has avoided major harm.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

When he has avoided this, he will have carried out his duties, and none of his other infamous deeds will cause him any danger at all.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli