crossfire
//ˈkrɒs.faɪər//
Noun
crossfireSingular
crossfiresPlural
1
Gunfire from two or more directions passing through the same area, especially in a way that makes it dangerous for anyone caught in between.
The soldiers were caught in the crossfire between the two enemy positions.
2
A situation in which someone is caught between opposing groups, arguments, or forces and is affected by both sides.
The manager was caught in the crossfire between the two departments.