Senior representatives from Austria, Australia, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States met virtually today for a session of the International Contact Group on Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response. The meeting was confirmed by Department of Defense Spokesperson Lisa Lawrence.
The participants discussed strategies to reduce civilian harm caused by military operations and how to respond effectively when such incidents occur. They stressed that these efforts are rooted in shared values and contribute significantly to mission success and public trust in the military.
Lawrence stated: "All the representatives from participating countries, guided by their shared values and commitment to preserving international norms, expressed their commitment to promote civilian harm mitigation best practices within their respective armed forces."
The meeting underscored a collective commitment among the nations involved to uphold international standards in mitigating civilian casualties during military engagements.
