US Airstrikes in Yemen Result in Dozens of Deaths, Migrant Detention Centre Hit

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In a shocking turn of events, the United States has rampaged through Yemen's territories, decimating both Houthi rebel bases and innocent civilians. An overnight air strike on a detention facility in Saada left 68 migrants dead, while a separate incident in Sanaa claimed the lives of 8 civilians, according to reports from Houthi-affiliated media.

These bombings, part of Operation Rough Rider, have been going on since March 15, with a whopping 800 targets struck and hundreds of Houthi fighters eliminated, including key leaders linked to the rebels' missile and drone programs [1][3].

Not taking these attacks lying down, the Houthis vowed retaliation. Later in the day, they declared they targeted a U.S. aircraft carrier, the USS Harry S Truman, along with its associated warships. The Houthis stated that these actions were in response to the U.S. attacks on Sanaa and in the Saada governorate [2].

The U.S. military's Central Command (CENTCOM), responsible for Middle Eastern operations, was tight-lipped about their latest strikes, only admitting to the ongoing attacks on Yemen. However, they also bragged about the significant damage they've caused to the Houthis [3].

The detention center hit in Saada was holding about 100 individuals from Ethiopia and other African countries, who'd been lured to Yemen in search of work in Saudi Arabia. Desperation drives these migrants to venture into territories controlled by the Houks, who earn a pretty penny smuggling travelers over the border – an endeavor that, nevertheless, carries a significant risk of detainment and abuse [1].

These attacks by the U.S. military have sparked concern from human rights advocates and United Nations representatives alike. They worry about the mounting civilian deaths in Yemen and urge all parties to respect international humanitarian law by protecting innocent lives [2].

This escalation in U.S. military action comes as President Donald Trump intensifies his efforts to coerce Iran, a major Houthi supporter, into agreeing to a new nuclear deal [5]. The U.S. is executing these strikes from its two aircraft carriers stationed in the regions – the USS Truman in the Red Sea and the USS Carl Vinson in the Arabian Sea.

Amidst the chaos, the Houthis show no signs of backing down. In fact, they continue their attacks on Israel and U.S. vessels in the Red Sea, as well as U.S. military drones [2].

Related Stories:- Alarm over civilian deaths in Yemen escalates as toll from U.S. strikes surpasses 250 [5]- Rights advocates demand accountability for civilian lives lost in US military's Yemen campaign [5]- UN calls for parties to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law in Yemen [5]

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The latest 'breaking news' reveals a growing conflict in Yemen, as the U.S. military continues its 'war' operations, causing significant 'risks' to civilians.
The barrage of U.S. air strikes, part of 'Operation Rough Rider', has resulted in over 250 civilian deaths, according to recent reports.
The Houthis, Yemen's rebel group, have retaliated, allegedly targeting a U.S. aircraft carrier, the USS Harry S Truman, and its associated warships.
These military actions, led by President Donald Trump, aim to pressurize Iran, a major Houthi supporter, into negotiating a new nuclear deal.
The detention center attacked in Saada was holding migrants from African countries, drawn by the promise of work in Saudi Arabia, but often finding themselves ensnared in the 'crime-and-justice' of human smuggling routes controlled by the Houthis.
Human rights advocates and United Nations representatives are expressing grave concerns over the escalating 'war-and-conflicts' in Yemen, urging all parties to prioritize 'politics' and 'general-news' centered on protecting innocent lives.