Civil war refers to an armed conflict between different groups within a single country. It often involves political, social, or ethnic divisions and can result in significant destruction and displacement of people.
Related terms
Conflict resolution: The process of resolving disputes through negotiation or mediation instead of resorting to violence.
Internally displaced persons (IDPs): Individuals who have been forced to flee their homes but remain within the borders of their own country due to conflicts or disasters.
Arms embargo: A ban on importing or exporting weapons to specific countries involved in conflicts.