demilitarized zone

• Zone géographique où, par accord, les forces, installations ou activités militaires sont interdites, généralement établie entre des parties hostiles pour réduire les tensions ou servir de zone tampon.

A geographical area where military forces, installations, or activities are prohibited by agreement, typically established between hostile parties to reduce tension or as a buffer zone.

1. Buffer area between opposing forcesB2formal

   An area, often established by treaty or agreement, where military forces, installations, or activities are prohibited or restricted.

   zone démilitarisée

   • The Korean Demilitarized Zone separates North and South Korea.
   • The peace treaty established a demilitarized zone along the border.
   • Both sides agreed to patrol the demilitarized zone only with unarmed observers.