The civilian death toll from the U.S. bombing of a village in Afghanistan this week could be nearly four times the official figure of 21. The New York Times reports residents of the Sarwan Qala village are claiming as many as 80 civilians were killed in the attack. At least three houses were destroyed. Most victims identified so far are women and children.
Toll in U.S. Bombing of Afghan Village Could Reach 80
HeadlineMay 11, 2007