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Published: February 18, 2009
40
Percent civilian casualties rose in Afghanistan last year, the highest level since the American-led invasion in 2001
50
Percent of the deaths were from roadside bombs and suicide attacks by militants
2,118
Number of deaths in 2008
1,523
Number of deaths in 2007
1,160
Number of deaths blamed on civilians
828
Number of deaths caused by pro-government forces
525
Number of deaths caused by airstrikes
Source: A United Nations report compiled by a human rights unit, as reported by The New York Times
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