The U.S. Army plans to request the elimination of the Civilian Protection Center of Excellence, which was established to reduce civilian harm in conflicts. A memo from Lt. Gen. Laura A. Potter calls for senior Army leaders to review the proposal by February 21, asking the defense secretary to relieve the Army's responsibility for the office. Established by Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, the center employs around 30 people and has a budget of $7 million. Its role includes supporting operations and analyzing airstrikes' effects on civilians.
The U.S. Army is moving to abolish the Civilian Protection Center of Excellence, a Pentagon office aimed at minimizing civilian harm during military operations.
Created under Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, the office was established to help the military reduce civilian casualties in conflicts.
The civilian protection office has about 30 staff and plays a crucial role in planning operations while analyzing airstrike impacts.
With a budget of $7 million, the center is the smallest of its kind in the Army, prompting questions about personnel reductions.
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