DOD Releases Annual Report on Civilian Casualties in Connection with U.S. Military Operations in 2023
Washington, D.C. – December 19, 2024 – The Department of Defense (DOD) today released its annual report on civilian casualties in connection with U.S. military operations in 2023. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the department’s efforts to prevent, mitigate, and respond to civilian casualties, as well as data on the number of civilian casualties that occurred during the year.
The report found that in 2023, there were 15 civilian casualties in connection with U.S. military operations. Of these casualties, 10 were killed and 5 were injured. The majority of the casualties occurred in air strikes and ground operations in Afghanistan and Syria.
The report also found that the department made significant progress in implementing its policies and procedures to prevent, mitigate, and respond to civilian casualties. These efforts included:
- Improved targeting and strike procedures
- Increased use of precision-guided munitions
- Enhanced training for personnel on the law of armed conflict
- Strengthened partnerships with international organizations and local communities
The report acknowledges that despite these efforts, civilian casualties remain a possibility in armed conflict. The department is committed to continuing its efforts to prevent, mitigate, and respond to civilian casualties, and to providing assistance to victims of conflict.
The full report is available on the DOD website at www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/2546710/dod-releases-the-annual-report-on-civilian-casualties-in-connection-with-us-mil/.
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