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More troops are reporting unwanted sexual contact, but numbers still fall, Pentagon says
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points Further information on the report's findings is available, including details on the percentage of active duty personnel who reported unwanted sexual contact. More service members are reporting incidents, with a notable rise in the percentage of those who experienced unwanted contact and reported it.
A recent report shows progress in troops reporting unwanted sexual contact. The number of service members willing to come forward has increased. This is based on surveys and reports made to authorities.
More service members are reporting incidents, with a notable rise in the percentage of those who experienced unwanted contact and reported it. Fewer incidents occurred overall, despite the increase in reporting.
Further information on the report's findings is available, including details on the percentage of active duty personnel who reported unwanted sexual contact.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
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