civilian
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The Indian government condemned the attack, saying the "targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region must end".
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
In separate comments to Fox News, he said he would "rather not" hit Iranian civilian infrastructure like power plants, as previously threatened, "because once you do that, the people suffer".
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Therefore, he added, "mistakes can happen, but this is not a deliberate targeting of civilian vehicles".
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Re-entering civilian life, Platner became deeply disillusioned with war.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
He hastily disguised himself by replacing his red coat with a purple one and putting on a round civilian hat.
From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen
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