civilian

Example Sentences

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The Holy Father specifically highlighted the suffering of civilians in Gaza, calling for an immediate end to violence and renewed efforts toward peace.

From Salon

Myanmar's military has ruled the Southeast Asian country for most of its post-independence history, before a 10-year interlude saw a civilian government take the reins in a burst of optimism and reform.

From Barron's

Each nation has also claimed to have acted in self-defence, and has accused the other of attacking civilians.

From Barron's

"There is close to zero civilian participation. It's mostly a government and security forces operation," Gaid told AFP, adding that the voter registration exercise had not been successful.

From Barron's

Some of the projects are designed to link high-altitude areas with military outposts and civilian settlements that are isolated during the winter.

From The Wall Street Journal