expression, noun
human shield
Refers to civilians or other non-combatants placed in a location to deter attacks, or the act of using them as a protective barrier. Often used in military, political, or news contexts.
反政府勢力は民間人を人間の盾として利用した。
The rebel forces used civilians as human shields.
国際法は人間の盾の使用を禁じている。
International law prohibits the use of human shields.