This agreement had been preceded by bitter diplomatic struggles, and its acceptance aroused nationalist passions and resentment.

The military successes of each warring side were often a major asset in the diplomatic struggle for Bulgaria.

The visit set off a political storm in France, where much is riding on the outcome of the diplomatic struggle over Iraq.

He described Israelis as victims in a multifront war, a fight against terrorism, a "diplomatic struggle" and a "public opinion battle."

Wilfully alienating a large part of your parliamentary support is not a sensible tactic when you are embarking on a protracted diplomatic struggle in Europe.

Following a diplomatic and armed struggle, the Netherlands recognised Indonesia's independence in December 1949.

The situation has set in motion a diplomatic struggle pitting China, the biggest beneficiary from payments, against advanced industrial nations, particularly in Europe.

There was a bit of a diplomatic struggle between Austria and Italy for the ownership of the body.

The diplomatic struggle, both directly between the two states and in the League of Nations, intensified.

The diplomatic struggle over whether to funnel aid through Mr. Fayyad is just beginning.