Houthi threats and US-Iran conflict escalate Ramadan fears in Yemen
Summary
Rising tensions in Yemen have increased concerns during Ramadan due to last year's US-led airstrikes targeting Houthi military sites, which resulted in civilian casualties. The Houthis, who are aligned with Iran, have warned of possible retaliation if the US attacks Iran, increasing fears of renewed conflict.Key Facts
- Ahmed Abdu, a Yemeni resident, experienced an airstrike in Sanaa last year during Ramadan that injured nine civilians.
- The United States conducted "Operation Rough Rider" which targeted Houthi military areas and resulted in the deaths of at least 224 civilians last year.
- The Houthis, who control parts of Yemen, held a protest expressing readiness for a new conflict, supporting Iran and Hezbollah.
- Houthi leaders warned that US attacks on Iran might lead them to intervene militarily.
- Past US strikes were in response to Houthi attacks on vessels linked to Israel.
- Residents like Faisal Abdulkareem recall the trauma of airstrikes and hope for a peaceful Ramadan this year.
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