SANA'A, Yemen - Houthi rebels in Yemen have accused the United States of conducting an airstrike that struck a prison where African migrants were being held. According to Houthi officials, the alleged strike resulted in the deaths of at least 68 people and left 47 others wounded.
The Houthis made the claim on Monday, stating that the prison was located in a region under their control. The circumstances surrounding the alleged airstrike are still unclear, and independent verification of the Houthi's claims is difficult due to the ongoing conflict in Yemen.
The U.S. military has not yet issued a statement addressing the specific allegations. The United States has been conducting airstrikes in Yemen against Houthi targets, primarily in response to attacks on international shipping lanes in the Red Sea. These attacks have disrupted global trade and raised concerns about regional stability.
The situation in Yemen remains volatile, with a complex web of internal and external actors involved in the conflict. Humanitarian organizations have repeatedly warned of the dire conditions facing civilians, including migrants and refugees, who are particularly vulnerable to the effects of the ongoing violence.
U.S. Airstrike in Yemen Allegedly Hits Migrant Prison, Houthis Claim
Houthi rebels in Yemen are claiming that a recent U.S. airstrike struck a prison holding African migrants. The Houthis state that at least 68 people were killed and 47 others injured in the alleged attack. The claim comes amid ongoing tensions in the region. The U.S. military has yet to comment on the specific incident.
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