Margaret Griffis

Margaret Griffis is a journalist from Miami Beach, Florida and has been covering Iraqi casualties for Antiwar.com since 2006.

Saturday: 5 Iraqis Killed, 8 Wounded

At least five Iraqis were killed and eight more were wounded in light violence. Meanwhile, Iraq began disarming private contractors in what appears to be a response to the dismissal of U.S. court case against Blackwater. Iraqi forces began confiscating arms from private security contractors that are no longer licensed to operate in Iraq. The … Continue reading “Saturday: 5 Iraqis Killed, 8 Wounded”

Friday: 10 Iraqis Killed, 12 Wounded

Updated at 4:50 p.m. EST, Jan 8, 2010 At least 10 Iraqis were killed and 12 more were wounded in the latest attacks; however, the Accountability and Justice Committee’s decision to ban several lists yesterday could foreshadow a larger increase in violence than was previously expected. Accusations continue to fly since the decision was announced. … Continue reading “Friday: 10 Iraqis Killed, 12 Wounded”

Thursday: 1 US Soldier, 12 Iraqis Killed; 31 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 7:50 p.m. EST, Jan. 7, 2010 At least 12 Iraqis were killed and 31 more were wounded during attacks in three cities. A U.S. soldier died of non-combat injuries. Meanwhile, Iran and Iraq’s foreign ministers met to resolve at border dispute. Also, Blackwater Worldwide has settled a number of civil lawsuits stemming from … Continue reading “Thursday: 1 US Soldier, 12 Iraqis Killed; 31 Iraqis Wounded”

Wednesday: 1 US Soldier, 9 Iraqis Killed; 18 Iraqis Wounded

Updated at 7:00 p.m. EST, Jan. 6, 2010 As Iraq celebrated Army Day, which honors the founding of the country’s army 89 years ago, at least nine Iraqis were killed and 18 more were wounded in several incidents. One U.S. soldier died from combat-related injuries while on patrol in Baghdad as well. In the U.K., … Continue reading “Wednesday: 1 US Soldier, 9 Iraqis Killed; 18 Iraqis Wounded”

Tuesday: 2 Iraqis Killed

Only two Iraqis were killed in an unusually light day of violence. Meanwhile, the Iraq government has freed the leader of Asa’ib al-Haq or the League of the Righteous. Qais al-Khazali, the leader of Asa’ib al-Haq, was ostensibly released as part of a loose deal that allowed British hostage Peter Moore to return to freedom. … Continue reading “Tuesday: 2 Iraqis Killed”

Monday: 9 Iraqis Killed, 26 Wounded

At least nine Iraqis were killed and 26 more were wounded in attacks in northern Iraq. Meanwhile, Iraq has filed a civil lawsuit against Blackwater Worldwide in a U.S. court; Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki vowed to obtain justice for the victims of the Blackwater shooting. Also, some Iraqis fear that upcoming elections could mean a … Continue reading “Monday: 9 Iraqis Killed, 26 Wounded”

Sunday: 4 Iraqis Killed, 2 Wounded

At least four Iraqis were killed and two more were wounded in light violence. Several political stories are still in the headlines, including those of the Blackwater case, the bombing in Ramadi last week, and the resolution of the Peter Moore abduction. Also, a mass grave dating to the Saddam regime was found in Karbala. … Continue reading “Sunday: 4 Iraqis Killed, 2 Wounded”

Saturday: 1 US Soldier, 7 Iraqis Killed; 27 Iraqis Wounded

At least seven Iraqis were killed and 27 wounded in new violence. One U.S. soldier died of non-combat injuries as well. Also, former British Prime Minister John Major said that the Iraq War seemed focused on regime change instead of weapons of mass destruction, which was the given reason for the war. Many Iraqis are … Continue reading “Saturday: 1 US Soldier, 7 Iraqis Killed; 27 Iraqis Wounded”

Friday: 1 Iraqi Killed, 5 Wounded

Updated at 6:30 p.m. EST, Jan. 1, 2010 Although the New Year’s holiday has tamped down casualty reports from Iraq, other news made the international media. Among them was an independent analysis of civilian deaths and the Iraqi government’s displeasure with the dismissal of a case against Backwater contractors. Also, former hostage Peter Moore returned … Continue reading “Friday: 1 Iraqi Killed, 5 Wounded”

Thursday in Iraq: No Reported Casualties

Thanks to the New Year’s holiday, Iraq seemed exceptionally quiet today. No violent attacks were reported; however, other Iraq-related items were in the headlines. Foremost, a U.S. judge dismissed charges against five Blackwater contractors accused of firing upon Iraqi civilians. Also, recently released hostage Peter Moore is planning his return to his home in the … Continue reading “Thursday in Iraq: No Reported Casualties”