Sana'a: On this day, September 12, a series of airstrikes by U.S.-Saudi-Emirati forces mark a somber anniversary as they launched multiple attacks across Yemen, committing acts that have been described as crimes against humanity. The airstrikes, which began on September 12, 2015, have resulted in the loss of countless civilian lives, including women and children, and have caused widespread destruction.
According to Yemen News Agency, the initial wave of airstrikes in 2015 targeted several provinces, leading to tragic incidents such as the deaths of ten civilians from one family in the Al-Shuwaifa area of Taiz Governorate. Similar devastation was reported in areas like Majz District in Saada Governorate, where four children from one family perished, and Al-Sabain District, where a woman and two children were killed.
In the following years, the pattern of violence continued. On September 12, 2016, airstrikes claimed the lives of 12 civilians in Saada Governorate, with further casualties reported in the following years. The attacks have consistently targeted residential neighborhoods, farms, and public infrastructure, resulting in significant damage and displacement of civilians.
The aggression has also extended to historical sites, with airstrikes in 2015 damaging the ancient Hisn Walan site in Bilad Al-Rus District. Subsequent raids have continued to target various regions, including strategic locations like Taiz Airport and Sarwah District in Marib Governorate.
The humanitarian impact of these airstrikes has been severe, with civilians frequently caught in the crossfire. The situation has been exacerbated by the actions of mercenaries, who have established fortifications and engaged in shelling across multiple fronts, further endangering civilian lives and properties.
As the conflict enters another year, the toll on the Yemeni population remains dire, with ongoing hostilities threatening the safety and well-being of countless individuals. The international community continues to call for accountability and an end to the violence, as the humanitarian crisis in Yemen persists unabated.