Trump moves to close Pentagon office focused on curbing civilian deaths
- The Trump administration is moving to abolish a Pentagon office responsible for promoting civilian safety in battlefield operations, suggesting a potential loosening of military operation restrictions worldwide.
- The office, established under a 2023 law, aims to help the military limit unintended civilian deaths and requires congressional approval to be closed.
- Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, has expressed concerns about overly restrictive rules of engagement, indicating a shift in military policy.
- Military officials noted that confirmation bias contributed to a botched 2021 strike in Kabul that killed 10 civilians, highlighting the importance of the civilian protection efforts.
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