The Pentagon released a statement today, ostensibly in response to the Winter Soldier proceedings:

A Defense Department spokesman said he had not seen the allegations raised Friday, but added that such incidents are not representative of U.S. conduct.

"When isolated allegations of misconduct have been reported, commanders have conducted comprehensive investigations to determine the facts and held individuals accountable when appropriate," Lt. Col. Mark Ballesteros said.

Find the entire Associated Press article here.

Executive Director of Iraq Veterans Against the War made a statement in direct response. We'll post the audio later.