What is the answer to "Persian weapons" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Persian weapons" is CLAWS (5 letters).

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Persian weapons WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the October 30, 2026 puzzle

Stuck on “Persian weapons” from the Wall Street Journal Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

CLAWS

5 letters · Down · last seen October 30, 2026

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