US-Saudi-Emirati Aggression Results in Civilian Casualties and Destruction Across Yemen

Sana'a: On this day, January 17, the aircraft of the US-Saudi-Emirati aggression targeted civilians, their properties, roads, and service facilities, leading to the martyrdom and injury of a number of citizens and widespread destruction. According to Yemen News Agency, on January 17, 2016, Al-Miqdad Mujalli, a correspondent for the Voice of America Agency, was martyred and two others were injured in an airstrike while covering the aftermath of a previous attack in Bilad Al-Rus District, Sana'a Governorate. The aggression's aircraft also conducted multiple airstrikes in various districts, causing significant damage to infrastructure and homes. In Al-Jawf Governorate, over 45 airstrikes targeted citizens' homes, resulting in the destruction of several residences and damage to neighboring properties. In the Capital Secretariat, the Al-Nahdayn area was hit, damaging many homes and surrounding neighborhoods. The aggression's forces also targeted industrial and cultural facilities, including the Al-Ramah Industr ial Complex and Al-Yarmouk Sports and Cultural Club, leading to severe damage. In Ibb and Taiz Governorates, airstrikes continued to destroy facilities and homes, affecting numerous citizens. Further airstrikes were reported in Haidan and Al-Jawf Governorates, including attacks by American drones. In 2017, naval shelling and airstrikes in Taiz Governorate resulted in civilian casualties, including women and children. The aggression continued with a series of airstrikes in various districts across the country, affecting homes, farms, and public facilities. In 2018, similar patterns of destruction were reported, with airstrikes targeting civilian areas and causing injuries. By 2019, the aggression's tactics included targeting Hudaydah Airport and residential areas with various weapons. Airstrikes were conducted in multiple governorates, causing further destruction and casualties. On January 17, 2020, airstrikes were reported in Saada and Sana'a Governorates, damaging properties and infrastructure. Mercenari es continued their attacks with mortar shells and machine guns in various districts. In 2021, airstrikes targeted Marib Governorate, resulting in civilian casualties and the destruction of a water project. Mercenaries shelled several areas, establishing combat fortifications, and causing further damage. The pattern of aggression persisted in 2022, with airstrikes and shelling across multiple governorates, causing injuries and destruction. In 2023, artillery shelling in Saada Governorate resulted in injuries, while mercenaries continued their attacks in Al-Hodeida Governorate. Most recently, on January 17, 2024, a young man was martyred in Al-Durayhimi District due to an explosion of a leftover object from the aggression, highlighting the ongoing threat to civilians from remnants of conflict.