civilian

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The Modi government has been bullish on civilian nuclear power and wants to build more reactors, but it needs a steady supply of uranium to sustain the plan.

From BBC

The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross called on Friday for a de-escalation of hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan, insisting that civilians must be protected and healthcare access guaranteed.

From Barron's

He also accused Iran of "pursuing sinister nuclear ambitions", though Tehran has always insisted its programme is for civilian purposes.

From Barron's

"We will not knowingly provide a product that puts America's warfighters and civilians at risk."

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An Afghan official reported multiple civilians wounded near the Torkham border crossing, at a camp for people returning from Pakistan.

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