Wednesday: 19 Iraqis Killed, 12 Wounded

Updated at 7:20 p.m. EST, Feb. 13, 2008During light violence, at least 19 Iraqis were killed and 12 more were wounded. No Coalition troops were reported killed. In other news, the speaker of the Iraqi parliament is threatening to disband it over issues of distrust and ability to pass laws. Meanwhile, an interpreter working for … Continue reading “Wednesday: 19 Iraqis Killed, 12 Wounded”

Tuesday: 46 Iraqis Killed, 18 Wounded

Updated at 7:35 p.m. EST, Feb. 12, 2008As Coalition and Iraqi forces secure more areas in Iraq, the number of mass graves found has increased. The latest was found in Muqdadiyah, while several more bodies were discovered scattered around Baquba. Overall, at least 46 Iraqis were killed or found dead and 18 more were wounded … Continue reading “Tuesday: 46 Iraqis Killed, 18 Wounded”

Monday: 1 US Soldier, 40 Iraqis Killed; 67 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 1:20 a.m. EST, Feb.11, 2008Although Egyptian President Hosni Mubarek said that U.S. presence on Iraq is a destabilizing force in the region, U.S. Defense Secretary Gates hinted that a pause in the drawdown of American troops in Iraq is likely. Meanwhile, one American soldier was killed and two more were wounded during an … Continue reading “Monday: 1 US Soldier, 40 Iraqis Killed; 67 Iraqis Wounded”

Sunday: 86 Iraqis Killed, 107 Wounded

Updated at 11:20 p.m. EST, Feb. 10, 2008As U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates made a surprise visit to Iraq to meet with political leaders and military commanders, at least 86 Iraqis were killed and 107 more were wounded in new attacks. No Coalition deaths were reported, but a U.S. soldier was found guilty in of … Continue reading “Sunday: 86 Iraqis Killed, 107 Wounded”

Saturday: 1 Navy SEAL, 50 Iraqis Killed; 14 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 1:30 a.m. EST, Feb. 10, 2008At least 50 Iraqis were killed or found dead and 14 more were wounded in the latest violence. Mass graves continue to be discovered in Diyala province, and Mosul prepares for a major security operation. A Navy SEAL was killed and six more were wounded on Thursday during … Continue reading “Saturday: 1 Navy SEAL, 50 Iraqis Killed; 14 Iraqis Wounded”

Friday: 5 US Soldiers, 31 Iraqis Killed; 17 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 2:45 p.m. EST, Feb. 8, 2008At least 31 Iraqis were killed or found dead and 17 more were wounded in the latest violence. Clashes took place in a pair of Diyala province cities and a mass grave was found just outside Baquba. Five American soldiers were killed in two separate incidents. Also, an … Continue reading “Friday: 5 US Soldiers, 31 Iraqis Killed; 17 Iraqis Wounded”

Thursday: 3 US Soldiers, 29 Iraqis Killed; 42 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 11:40 p.m. Feb. 7, 2008Today’s battle in Sadr City may hint at the direction anti-U.S. cleric Moqtada al-Sadr will take when his unilateral ceasefire comes to an end in a few weeks. Although there were few casualties in that clash, the ceasefire is of great importance. Overall, at least 29 Iraqis were killed … Continue reading “Thursday: 3 US Soldiers, 29 Iraqis Killed; 42 Iraqis Wounded”

Wednesday: 1 US Soldier, 46 Iraqis Killed; 46 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 9:40 p.m. EST, Feb. 6, 2008At least 46 Iraqis were killed or found dead and 46 more were wounded during numerous but small attacks throughout the country. The DOD reported that one U.S. soldier died of non-combat-related causes. Elsewhere, a U.S. army report noted that American troops are hit by anti-armor attacks every … Continue reading “Wednesday: 1 US Soldier, 46 Iraqis Killed; 46 Iraqis Wounded”

Tuesday: 3 GIs, 90 Iraqis Killed; 7 Iraqis Wounded; Mass Grave Found

Updated at 12:45 a.m. EST, Feb. 6, 2008A mass grave containing dozens of bodies was discovered west of Samarra. Elsewhere, a small but deadly U.S. raid on a civilian residence was reported for the second day in a row. Overall, 90 Iraqis were reported killed or found dead, and seven were wounded across Iraq. Three … Continue reading “Tuesday: 3 GIs, 90 Iraqis Killed; 7 Iraqis Wounded; Mass Grave Found”

Monday: 39 Iraqis Killed, 24 Wounded

Updated at 6:45 p.m. EST, Feb. 4, 2008Turkish warplanes resumed bombing Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) targets in northern Iraq. The number of casualties, if any, is unknown. Elsewhere, at least 39 Iraqis were killed and 24 more were wounded in various attacks. No Coalition deaths were reported. Also, influential Mahdi Army leaders are pressuring Moqtada … Continue reading “Monday: 39 Iraqis Killed, 24 Wounded”