Margaret Griffis

Updated at 5:10 p.m. EST, Jan. 12, 2008U.S. forces announced the removal of troops in Anbar province with the hope that the province will be completely in Iraqi hands by March. The news coincided with a light day of violence in which at least 30 Iraqis were killed and another nine were wounded. Also, a … Continue reading “Saturday: 1 Marine, 30 Iraqis Killed; 9 Iraqis Wounded”

Updated at 1:15 a.m. EST, Jan. 12, 2008For the first time in living memory, snow fell in Baghdad this morning. The unusual precipitation was a welcome break and taken by many residents as an omen of peace this prayer day. Unfortunately, 31 Iraqis were still killed and another 11 were wounded in light attacks. No … Continue reading “Friday: 31 Iraqis Killed, 11 Wounded”

Updated at 11:10 p.m EST, Jan. 10, 2008At least 25 Iraqis were killed and 24 more were wounded in the latest round of violence. Most of them were gunmen or security personnel. Meanwhile, the International Organization for Migration reported that only a trickle of Iraqi refugees has returned home. Also, millions of Iraqis are observing … Continue reading “Thursday: 25 Iraqis Killed, 24 Wounded”

Updated at 6:30 p.m. EST, Jan. 9, 2008Nine American soldiers were reported killed on an otherwise extremely quiet newsday. At least 25 Iraqis were killed, mostly gunmen, and 10 Iraqis were wounded in separate events. Also, the World Health Organization released their report on the number of civilian casualties since the invastion. They say that … Continue reading “Wednesday: 9 US Soldiers, 25 Iraqis Killed; 10 Iraqis Wounded”

Updated at 11:45 p.m. EST, Jan. 8, 2008Tuesday saw a break from attacks; however, at least 24 Iraqis were killed or found dead and another 17 were wounded in light violence. Two Arabs were killed in Suleimaniya as well. Meanwhile, American troops staged a massive but secretive assault in Diyala province. Also, one American soldier … Continue reading “Tuesday: 1 US Soldier, 22 Iraqis Killed; 12 Iraqis Wounded”

Updated at 12:15 a.m. EST, Jan. 8, 2008The wave of attacks on U.S.-backed Awakening Councils continued today. Overall, 62 Iraqis were killed or found dead, and 85 more were wounded. At least eight neighborhood patrolmen were kidnapped in the capital as well. Meanwhile, an accidental fire at a Baiji refinery left more casualties. Also, one … Continue reading “Monday: 1 Sailor, 62 Iraqis Killed; 85 Iraqis Wounded, 8 Iraqis Kidnapped”

Updated at 1:10 a.m. EST, Jan. 4, 2008Although the surge in bombings continues in Baghdad, the latest attacks have not resulted in any significant amount of casualties. Overall, at least 41 Iraqis were killed and 34 more were wounded across Iraq. Three U.S. soldiers were killed and one was injured in separate incidents. Meanwhile, the … Continue reading “Thursday: 3 Soldiers, 41 Iraqis Killed; 34 Iraqis Wounded”