Civilians Targeted in US-Saudi-Emirati Aggression Across Yemeni Governorates: A Historical Account

Sana'a: On this day, June 12, a series of aggressive actions by the US-Saudi-Emirati coalition resulted in significant civilian casualties and destruction of infrastructure across multiple Yemeni governorates. These incidents, spanning several years, highlight the ongoing impact of the conflict on the Yemeni populace. According to Yemen News Agency, the aggression commenced on June 12, 2015, with airstrikes in Sa'ada Governorate's Baqim District, where 12 citizens lost their lives and 10 were injured at the Yasnim market. Further airstrikes in Munabbih District resulted in four deaths and three injuries. The coalition targeted civilian homes and infrastructure across several districts, causing widespread destruction. In 2016, the aggression intensified with airstrikes in Ma'rib Governorate, destroying agricultural equipment. Mercenaries also shelled regions in Al-Jadaan. Similar attacks occurred in Jawf and Hajjah Governorates, with airstrikes and artillery shelling leading to further damage and displacemen t. The trend of targeting civilians and infrastructure continued in 2017, with airstrikes in Hodeida Governorate injuring women and children. In Taiz and Sa'dah Governorates, the coalition's actions resulted in injuries and destruction of property. Sheep and livestock were also targeted, impacting local livelihoods. By 2018, the coalition's operations had expanded to include multiple airstrikes in Saada and Taiz Governorates, leading to civilian injuries and property damage. The use of medium weapons in At-Ta'iziyah District further exacerbated the suffering of Yemeni citizens, with homes and vehicles damaged. In June 2020, the coalition launched extensive airstrikes across several governorates, including Hajjah, Marib, and Jawf. In Hodeida, mercenaries used artillery and live ammunition to shell civilian areas, intensifying the humanitarian crisis in the region. The pattern of aggression persisted in 2021, with airstrikes and artillery shelling targeting Saada and Marib Governorates. The coalition's acti ons continued to disrupt civilian life and cause injuries across multiple regions, including Hodeida. On June 12, 2022, reconnaissance aircraft raids targeted Hajjah Governorate, while mercenaries established fortifications around Marib and opened fire on civilian homes in various governorates. Artillery shelling further exacerbated the dire conditions in the affected areas. Most recently, on June 12, 2023, the coalition's reconnaissance aircraft launched raids in Hodeida Governorate, with mercenaries establishing combat fortifications and shelling various areas, perpetuating the cycle of violence and instability in Yemen.