civilian

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“Ultimately, such objects may or may not be lawful targets but that must be based on the circumstances related to the military operation and civilian considerations for each object,” Corn said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The copter-drone symbiosis will also come into effective play in civilian, firefighting or police missions, said Gerin-Roze.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

However, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on his X account that "striking civilian structures, including unfinished bridges, will not compel Iranians to surrender".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

North Korea consented to freeze its illicit nuclear work and eventually allow full inspections in exchange for a multibillion-dollar package of civilian nuclear power and oil.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Would William take a civilian job with the War Department instead?

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield