Sentence examples for increase tensions from inspiring English sources

"This provocative act will increase tensions in the region.

Uighur exiles have said such measures will increase tensions in the region.

Aside from the regional impact, the fighting threatens to increase tensions between Russia and the US.

"There is a concern that the constant focus on immigration will increase tensions," he says.

But the strongly worded comments appeared to increase tensions in both countries.

The improved security environment masks pitfalls — more political than military — that could again increase tensions.

Its rise has the potential to boost world growth, but also to increase tensions.

The detentions are likely to increase tensions between Iran and the United States.

The sale of the F-16's would further increase tensions between Pakistan and India.

Both of those elements are there, and both, counterproductively, increase tensions and reduce trust.

Mr. Cohen's entrance into the case could increase tensions and the potential for legal fireworks.