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U.S. Accused of Using Extreme Force Against Afghan Civilians

HeadlineJun 25, 2007

In Afghanistan, Hamid Karzai’s government has accused U.S. and NATO forces of killing more than 90 civilians over the past 10 days in a series of airstrikes and artillery fire. Meanwhile, a new survey by the Associated Press has determined that more civilians have been killed this year in attacks by the U.S.-led coalition and NATO forces than by militants linked to the Taliban. Karzai accused foreign troops of using extreme and disproportionate force. He warned that the fight against the Taliban could fail unless foreign forces show more restraint. Karzai said: “Innocent people are becoming victims of reckless operations.” Meanwhile, 10 civilians were killed in Pakistan after NATO forces stationed in Afghanistan fired mortars along the border.

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