Tag: Iraq

Tuesday: 12 Iraqis Killed, 26 Wounded

Updated at 8:50 p.m. EST, Dec. 29, 2009 At least 12 Iraqis were killed and 26 more were wounded in the latest attacks. Meanwhile, Iraq’s national security adviser reiterated claims that Ba’athists are planning new attacks ahead of national elections. National security adviser Safa Hussein told AFP that al-Qaeda in Iraq has come under increased … Continue reading “Tuesday: 12 Iraqis Killed, 26 Wounded”

Another Surgin’ Safari

Devotees of President Obama’s plan to escalate the war in Afghanistan hope to repeat the "success" of our surge in Iraq. That’s likely to prove easier to accomplish than even the most rabid Afghanistan surge proponent dares to hope. The Iraq surge was already in motion in January 2007, when Bush and Cheney flipped off … Continue reading “Another Surgin’ Safari”

Still Not Home for the Holidays

While most of the rest of us celebrate the holidays with family and friends, several hundred thousand U.S. troops will – once again – be separated from their loved ones. Currently, there are some 117,000 U.S. troops in Iraq and another 68,000 in Afghanistan, with another 30,000 to be deployed "in the first part of … Continue reading “Still Not Home for the Holidays”

Sunday: 7 Iraqis Killed, 42 Wounded

Officials estimate that six to eight million pilgrims were in Karbala for the climax of Ashura observances and rituals. Over 100,000 of them were foreigners. Although no incidents were reported there, attacks against pilgrims returning to their homes continued. At least seven Iraqis were killed and 42 more were wounded across the country. A roadside … Continue reading “Sunday: 7 Iraqis Killed, 42 Wounded”

Saturday: 16 Iraqis Killed, 51 Wounded

Updated at 12:58 p.m. EST, Dec. 27, 2009 Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims are in Karbala to participate in the climax of Ashura observances. Despite increased security, attacks kept some pilgrims from reaching the holy city. At least 16 Iraqis were killed and 51 more were wounded across the country. Also, U.S, Army Maj. Gen. … Continue reading “Saturday: 16 Iraqis Killed, 51 Wounded”

Friday: 27 Iraqis Killed, 83 Wounded

Updated at 8:25 p.m. EST, Dec. 25, 2009 At least 27 Iraqis were killed and 83 more were wounded in both Ashura-related violence and other attacks. In northern Iraq, Shabaks and Christians fought over decorations at a church. Meanwhile, a controversial rule that would punish pregnant soldiers was dropped when the U.S. military issued new … Continue reading “Friday: 27 Iraqis Killed, 83 Wounded”

Thursday: 46 Iraqis Killed; 194 Iraqis, 1 Iranian Wounded

Updated at 12:25 p.m. EST, Dec. 25, 2009 Although the Christmas holiday will be celebrated in Iraq tomorrow, gunmen chose to target Shi’ite Ashura pilgrims instead of Christians today. At least 46 Iraqis were killed and 194 more were wounded in mostly Ashura-related violence. One Iranian pilgrim was injured, though more victims could be foreign … Continue reading “Thursday: 46 Iraqis Killed; 194 Iraqis, 1 Iranian Wounded”

Wednesday: 23 Iraqis Killed, 67 Wounded

Updated at 11:53 p.m. EST, Dec. 23, 2009 Attacks targeting Christians and Shi’ites left dozens dead or wounded in the days leading to important holidays for both groups. Christmas occurs on Friday, while Ashura begins at sunset on Saturday. At least 23 Iraqis were killed and 67 more were wounded across the country in these … Continue reading “Wednesday: 23 Iraqis Killed, 67 Wounded”

Tuesday: 3 Iraqis Killed, 13 Wounded

At least three Iraqis were killed and 13 more were wounded in light violence. Iran maintained a dominant place in Iraqi headlines by offering a conciliatory explanation of its recent incursion into Iraqi territory and speaking on the fate of three American hikers who traveled in the opposite direction. An Iranian spokesman said that recent … Continue reading “Tuesday: 3 Iraqis Killed, 13 Wounded”