Sana'a: On May 29, a series of airstrikes were launched by the US-Saudi-Emirati coalition on various governorates, resulting in significant casualties and damage to infrastructure. The relentless aggression on this specific day has become a recurring event, with numerous incidents reported over the years.
According to Yemen News Agency, on May 29, 2015, aggression warplanes targeted Damt district in Al-Dhale' governorate, killing three citizens and injuring another. The airstrikes also destroyed two crucial bridges, disrupting connectivity between districts. In Marib governorate, seven individuals, including women and children, were killed in airstrikes on a residential home, while in Hajjah city, twelve citizens lost their lives, and 81 others were injured due to attacks on homes and a security forces camp.
The aggression continued in 2016, with airstrikes reported in Al-Marawe'a district and Kilo 16 area in Hodeidah governorate. The attacks extended to Abs district in Hajjah governorate and the border district of Shada in Saada governorate, causing widespread destruction and injuries.
In 2017, an airstrike in Taiz governorate's Mawza district resulted in eight fatalities. Multiple airstrikes were reported in Hodeidah, Sana'a, Marib, and Hajjah governorates, causing damage to farms and properties.
The aggression persisted in 2018, with airstrikes on civilian targets, including tankers and farms, leading to injuries and damage. The attacks heavily targeted Saada, Sana'a, and Hajjah governorates, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
By 2019, aggression warplanes intensified their attacks, targeting Al-Daylami base and Sana'a International Airport. Shelling by mercenaries in Hodeidah governorate and other regions resulted in further destruction and casualties.
The year 2020 witnessed massive airstrikes in Hajjah, Al Bayda, Marib, and Al Jawf governorates, causing significant damage to public and private properties. The attacks continued in 2021 with multiple airstrikes on Marib, Al Jawf, and Saada governorates, leading to further humanitarian distress.
On May 29, 2022, landmines and shelling resulted in several casualties, including the death of a woman in Hodeidah governorate. The aggression continued with airstrikes and shelling across various governorates, causing injuries and damage to infrastructure.
Most recently, on May 29, 2023, two citizens were killed, and African migrants were injured by Saudi fire in Saada governorate. The aggression was marked by the construction of combat fortifications and shelling in Hodeidah governorate.
This historical account highlights the persistent and devastating impact of the US-Saudi-Emirati aggression on Yemen, with May 29 serving as a reminder of the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in the region.
