DESERTION IN THE US ARMY A large number of American soldiers want to LEAVE THE ARMY! This was the trigger
A large number of American soldiers want to LEAVE THE ARMY
TL;DR
- U.S. military personnel are increasingly seeking early discharge due to dissatisfaction with the war against Iran.
- The Center on Conscience and War reported a surge in calls from soldiers inquiring about leaving service, refusing contract extensions, and obtaining conscientious objector status.
- Most callers mention the bombing of a girls' school in Iran, resulting in civilian casualties, as a significant factor.
- The organization notes a multi-fold increase in conscientious objector inquiries since the conflict began.
- Some soldiers, not identifying as pacifists, are disturbed by the military's current actions and civilian casualties.
- The process for conscientious objector status is lengthy but can remove a soldier from duties they object to.
- The Pentagon denies issues with personnel retention, stating recruitment goals are being met.