civilians

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Iranians of all types, including civilians, have turned to crypto as a workaround to transfer money from abroad to keep their finances going amid the global sanctions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Besides, who still speaks about the Iranian civilians?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

"This is a matter we take very, ‌very seriously. It's a matter of humane treatment of civilians, and I can assure you that ⁠we are acting with ⁠absolute urgency," she told reporters.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Four civilians were transported to the hospital for treatment, three from smoke inhalation injuries and one from a trauma injury, according to Capt. John Clingingsmith Jr., a spokesperson for the Cal Fire Riverside Unit.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The civilians have fled and houses are dark.

From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara