The controversial deal played a major part in prolonged anti-government protests on the island that resulted in over a hundred deaths.

But beyond these few visible, controversial deals, the total amount of investment by oil-producing interests doesn't amount to much.

I'm just not sure they want to take on a big, potentially controversial deal right now.

He defended this controversial deal in an editorial.

The controversial deal was cancelled in March 2010.

The swap of All-Star small forwards at midseason was a controversial deal for both teams.

Even supporters of a controversial deal with the Taliban say the odds of striking an accord are slim.

He was released after a controversial deal with the Camorra.

This was a controversial deal that contained her painting a live walrus.

The controversial deal came after French company Altrad claimed it had tried to buy Siteserv for a higher price.