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March 3, 2009

Red Cross: Afghan Surge Will Cause Spike in Civilian Casualties
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Meanwhile, the International Committee of the Red Cross has warned that
Afghan civilians will likely bear the brunt of an escalation in the
Afghan war this year. The Red Cross said civilian casualties are
significantly higher than a year ago. The United Nations estimates over
2,100 civilians died in 2008, a 40 percent jump over 2007.



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