Yemen Conflict Escalates: US Strikes Claim 31 Lives, Including Civilians and Children
2025-03-16
The Independent
The conflict in Yemen has intensified with the Houthi rebel-run Health Ministry reporting a significant rise in casualties from US strikes, with the death toll now standing at 31, including women and children. According to Anees al-Asbahi, a spokesperson for the ministry, the recent escalation of violence has resulted in devastating consequences for civilians. The humanitarian crisis in Yemen continues to worsen, with the international community calling for an end to the violence and a peaceful resolution to the conflict, amid concerns over human rights and war crimes, highlighting the need for diplomatic efforts and crisis management.