American airstrikes targeting Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, late Saturday and into Sunday caused widespread destruction to businesses and residential areas, scattering debris across streets and alleys and heightening regional instability. Local reports describe scenes of chaos as residents assess the damage to civilian infrastructure, with no immediate reports of casualties.
The Ansar Allah group, commonly known as the Houthis, condemned the attacks as “indiscriminate” and warned of retaliation. A statement from the group accused the U.S. of committing “war crimes” by targeting non-military sites, vowing to escalate defensive measures. The strikes follow heightened tensions in the region amid ongoing conflicts involving international actors.
CGTN correspondent Ehab Al-Fandi reported that the bombings have drawn criticism from regional humanitarian organizations, which called for an immediate de-escalation to protect civilians. Analysts suggest the escalation could further destabilize trade routes in the Red Sea, a critical corridor for global shipping.
