Christian families fleeing Mosul number 1,390

[October 15, 2008]  BAGHDAD (AP) -- An Iraqi official says the number of Christian families fleeing violence in the northern city of Mosul since last week has reached 1,390 -- or more than 8,300 people.

The official, Jawdat Ismaeel, says the families are seeking refuge in Christian-dominated towns and villages in the area. Ismaeel said Wednesday that teams are distributing food and aid materials to the displaced families. Islamic extremists have frequently targeted Christians and other religious minorities since the 2003 U.S. invasion. The attacks have forced tens of thousands to flee Iraq -- although they have slowed with a nationwide decline in violence. [Associated Press] Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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