The Pentagon has extended its freeze on domestic and international movement of troops through June 30 due to the coronavirus crisis, a top personnel official announced today.

The new order takes effect on Monday. The freeze was originally set to expire on May 11.


"We understand the impact this has on our service members and their families. However, this is a necessary measure to keep our people safe and our military ready," Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Matt Donovan said in a conference call with reporters announcing the extension.