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U.S. Airstrikes in Yemen: Casualties Rise Amid Houthi Counteractions

U.S. airstrikes near Yemen's capital killed six and injured 30, while Houthis claimed downing a U.S. drone during ongoing conflict.

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U.S. airstrikes in Yemen's Sanaa province have reportedly killed six and injured 30, as the Houthis state the strikes are part of a broader campaign that has resulted in over 120 fatalities since March. Amidst aerial assaults, the Houthis have escalated their own military activities, claiming to have shot down an MQ-9 Reaper drone and launched attacks targeting Israeli territories. The airstrikes began in response to Houthi threats against shipping routes, amidst regional tensions linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict and allegations of Iranian support for the rebels.

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  • The U.S. airstrikes targeting the Houthis have reportedly resulted in high civilian casualties, with over 120 killed since the campaign began, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.
  • The Houthis have claimed to shoot down multiple U.S. drones, indicating their military capabilities and the escalating tensions in Yemen as part of the broader conflict involving Israel and Iran.
  • The U.S. military has increased the intensity and scope of its operations under President Trump, transitioning from striking launch sites to more aggressive attacks on Houthi leadership and urban areas.

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Yemen’s Ministry of Health reported 338 civilian casualties, including 117 killed and 221 injured, resulting from U.S. airstrikes since mid-March.

The Houthis have escalated their military activities and claimed to have downed U.S. drones. They have also launched attacks targeting Israeli territories as part of their support for the Palestinians.

The airstrikes are linked to regional tensions, particularly the Israel-Hamas conflict, and concerns about threats to international shipping routes. The U.S. actions are also influenced by allegations of Iranian support for the Houthis.

Over 200 U.S. strikes have been reported in Yemen since the campaign resumed.

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