Sanaa: After the United States launched military attacks on the Ras Issa oil port, violating human rights principles and international law, Insan Organization for Rights and Freedoms has documented the event, highlighting the deliberate targeting of a critical facility for millions of Yemeni civilians.
According to Yemen News Agency, Insan Organization presented a report detailing the attack on Ras Isa port by US forces, which destroyed the port's infrastructure, halting its operations. This attack exacerbates Yemen's living crisis and is characterized as a "war crime" necessitating international accountability.
The report includes evidence, direct testimonies from staff and victims, and legal arguments. It serves as a call to action against international silence and the policy of impunity that allows such violations to continue.
Ras Isa Port is a vital civilian oil facility in Yemen, strategically located with the capability to accommodate large oil tankers due to its natural depth and protection from Kamaran Island. The port plays a critical role in the Yemeni economy and civilian life.
The US attack on April 17, 2025, involved 14 airstrikes authorized by President Donald Trump, resulting in infrastructure destruction and civilian casualties. The strikes targeted workers, relief personnel, and vital resources, leading to 80 deaths and 150 injuries.
The attack has significantly impacted civilians, affecting electricity, agriculture, water supply, and healthcare. Testimonies from survivors describe the horror of the strikes and the indiscriminate targeting of civilians and civilian facilities.
The US military actions in Yemen have been condemned as violations of international humanitarian law, with civilian casualties and destruction of non-military targets. The targeting of the Ras Isa port is deemed an unlawful use of force, lacking military necessity and contravening international legal standards.
Recommendations call for UN and international organizations to condemn and investigate the attack, hold perpetrators accountable, and seek reparations for victims. The report urges the United States to cease illegal military actions and comply with international law.