The number of casualties in the attack codenamed Phantom Fury is unknown. The US military has claimed it killed 41 Iraqi fighters. Doctors in Fallujah say at least 15 Iraqis have been killed including some civilians. Two Marines drowned when their humvee crashed into the Euphrates. Hundreds of homes have already been destroyed. The US troops have cut electricity to the city and most houses are without running water. Food shortages are already emerging because stores have been closed for days.
U.S. Says 41 Iraqis Killed in Fallujah
HeadlineNov 09, 2004