At least 32 people have reportedly been killed and 38 others wounded in Saudi air strikes near Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, according to the Houthi-run health ministry. The reported attacks have targeted areas surrounding the capital, with residential locations among those affected. The casualties have raised serious concerns over the safety of civilians as tensions continue to escalate in the conflict-hit country.
The Houthi-run health ministry says rescue and emergency teams have been responding to the aftermath of the strikes, while the full extent of the damage remains unclear. The Houthis have accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out the attacks, although the reported casualty figures and circumstances surrounding the incident have not been independently verified.
The latest strikes come amid an already fragile security situation in Yemen, where years of conflict have devastated infrastructure, displaced millions and created a prolonged humanitarian crisis. Any renewed military escalation risks further worsening conditions for civilians and disrupting efforts to stabilize the country.
The incident also raises concerns about wider regional security, particularly as tensions across the Middle East remain high. Further developments could have implications for diplomatic efforts and the prospects of preventing another major escalation in Yemen.
