pacifist

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A committed pacifist, Mr Corbyn was a thorn in the side of former Labour Prime Minister Tony Blair, repeatedly rebelling against his government, most notably over the Iraq War.

From BBC

“The repeal of this authorization of use the use of military force does not mean the United States has become a pacifist nation,” Durbin said.

From Seattle Times

Due to its pacifist principles, Japan’s support for Ukraine has been limited to non-combative military equipment such as helmets, bulletproof vests and drones, and humanitarian supplies including generators.

From Seattle Times

Lee never considered herself a pacifist — her father was a retired lieutenant colonel who fought in World War II and Korea.

From Washington Post

A critic of most Italian governments over their immigration and defence policies, Strada opposed Rome's military involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan and became a symbol of the country's pacifist movements.

From Reuters