U.S. silence over alleged airstrike in Sana'a raises questions
The Houthi rebels in Yemen accuse the United States of an airstrike on a market in Sana'a. Twelve people were killed, and another 30 were injured. Washington has not yet commented on these reports.
What do you need to know?
- Strike in Sana'a: The Houthi rebels claim that an American airstrike on a market in Yemen's capital, Sana'a, resulted in 12 deaths and 30 injuries.
- Lack of U.S. response: Washington has not addressed these accusations yet.
- Conflict context: The United States is conducting operations against the Houthi rebels, accusing them of attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
Are the U.S. responsible for the attack in Sana'a?
The Houthi rebels in Yemen reported that an airstrike took place at a market in Sana'a on Monday morning, allegedly conducted by U.S. forces.
A statement from the rebels' health ministry, quoted by the Saba News Agency under their control, reported that twelve people were killed and thirty others injured following American strikes on the Farwa market square in Sana'a’s Shuub district.
The statement emphasized that the casualty count is "provisional."
What are the reactions to these reports?
The U.S. command has not yet commented on these reports. However, Reuters notes that similar attacks have occurred previously, and this region has already been a target of U.S. actions.
Last Friday, the Houthis announced that 80 people were killed and 150 were injured in an American attack on the Ras Isa fuel port. The Pentagon confirmed this attack.
Why are the U.S. targeting the Houthi positions?
The United States began large-scale attacks against the Houthis last month, announcing their continuation until the rebels cease attacks on ships in the Red Sea. The U.S. emphasizes that their actions aim to combat terrorism and protect the freedom of navigation.
Since the outbreak of war in the Gaza Strip, the Houthis have conducted over 100 attacks on ships, declaring support for Hamas fighting against Israel.
