Thread by @richimedhurst

During 2005, US and coalition forces killed an average of 1-2 Iraqi civilians every single day. We know this thanks to Chelsea Manning @xychelsea @wikileaks and @iraqbodycount. This is why Julian Assange is in prison.

iraqbodycount.org/analysis/beyon…

Keep in mind this is just 1-2 civilians in EOF incidents. The real, total figure of civilian casualties is undoubtedly much higher.

"US Marines fired 30 rounds at a vehicle that broke a “no penetration line” while approaching their post. The vehicle contained a family of a father, mother and four daughters. The mother was killed, while the father and 3 of the kids sustained injuries."

iraqbodycount.org/database/incid…

Thanks @joshdibc