The story that is blazing headlines is that US troop fatalities are decreasing compared to last month. However, compared to a year ago in July, troop deaths are actually increasing. Whereas in 2006 48 US troops were killed, 78 troops were killed this year in July. In addition, at least 1,653 civilians were killed in July, the Iraqi Interior Ministry told CNN on Tuesday. The number had dipped to 1,227 last month.
Wednesday, August 1
The Story: US Troop Deaths Decrease
The story that is blazing headlines is that US troop fatalities are decreasing compared to last month. However, compared to a year ago in July, troop deaths are actually increasing. Whereas in 2006 48 US troops were killed, 78 troops were killed this year in July. In addition, at least 1,653 civilians were killed in July, the Iraqi Interior Ministry told CNN on Tuesday. The number had dipped to 1,227 last month.
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