👉 In military operations, a noncombatant is a civilian who does not participate in combat but may be involved in other activities that may affect the enemy or the operation. Noncombatants include civilians, prisoners of war, and refugees. Examples of noncombatants include: - Civilians: People from different ethnic groups, religions, and backgrounds. - Prisoners of war: Soldiers captured by enemy forces who are held captive as hostages. - Refugees: People fleeing conflict or persecution who have been granted
