US strikes in Yemen killed 153 civilians in 2025, says Pentagon review
Summary
A Pentagon report says US military strikes in Yemen killed 153 civilians and injured 243 in 2025, mostly from three attacks in April. These strikes targeted Houthi forces and a fuel port but caused significant civilian harm.Key Facts
- In 2025, US strikes in Yemen killed 153 civilians and wounded 243, according to a Pentagon review.
- All civilian casualties were from three strikes in April near Sanaa and the Ras Isa fuel port.
- The deadliest strike hit Ras Isa, killing 80 people and injuring 171, causing large fires.
- The Pentagon’s report was sent to Congress and shared with the media.
- Civilian deaths rose sharply from 2024, when only 2 civilians were reported killed.
- US Central Command said the strikes targeted fuel and revenue sources for the Iran-backed Houthis.
- The report found it was likely civilians were harmed but said condolence payments were not appropriate.
- The US military started strikes against Houthis in 2023 and increased attacks after President Trump’s 2025 inauguration.
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