Friday: 1 US Soldier, 2 Iraqis Killed; 6 Iraqis Wounded

At least two Iraqis were killed and six more were wounded in light prayer day violence. Also, a U.S. soldier died of non-combat injuries; the death is under investigation. Meanwhile, Tony Blair testified at the Iraq Inquiry, two American tourists were arrested in Mosul, and the southern clans may boycott upcoming elections.

Sunday: 2 Iraqis Killed, 20 Wounded

A civil suit thought to be settled may not be over for Blackwater Worldwide. Some Iraqi families want more compensation for deaths and injuries caused by the companies contractors. Meanwhile, at least two Iraqis were killed and 20 more were wounded in new attacks. An Iraqi civilian injured in the deadly 2007 Blackwater shootout has … Continue reading “Sunday: 2 Iraqis Killed, 20 Wounded”

Monday: 4 Iraqis Killed, 1 Wounded

Violent attacks tapered off overnight, even though returning Ashura pilgrims could still be easy targets for gunmen. Only four Iraqis were killed and one more was wounded today. Curiously, all the attacks took place in or near Mosul. Approximately 40 Iranian prisoners jailed in Nasariya are on a hunger strike and demanding access to Iranian … Continue reading “Monday: 4 Iraqis Killed, 1 Wounded”

Wednesday: 2 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 10:40 p.m. EST, Nov. 11, 2009 Due to the holiday, there is less coverage of Iraqi casualties than normal. Only two Iraqis were reported wounded. Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki warned of increasing violence as January’s national elections draw closer. Also, four former Blackwater Worldwide (now Xe Corp.) revealed a plan to pay off Iraqi officials after a controversial 2007 shooting that left 17 Iraqis dead.