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Houthis accuse Saudi forces of deadly Yemen prison strike
The Houthi movement has accused Saudi-led coalition forces of carrying out an airstrike on a detention facility in Yemen that killed at least seven people, including a child. The incident marks the latest in a series of strikes targeting civilian infrastructure in the war-torn nation.
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Houthi officials said the airstrike targeted a prison facility in Yemen, resulting in casualties among detainees and staff. The group characterized the strike as a "massacre," accusing Saudi-led coalition forces of deliberately targeting the detention center. The death toll included one child, according to Houthi statements.
The coalition, which has been conducting military operations in Yemen since 2015, has not immediately responded to the allegations. Previous strikes attributed to coalition forces have frequently drawn criticism from humanitarian organizations regarding civilian impact.
Yemen's ongoing conflict has created a severe humanitarian crisis, with millions facing food insecurity and limited access to medical services. Detention facilities across the country have been a particular point of concern for rights groups monitoring the conflict.
The incident underscores the persistent challenges facing Yemen's civilian population amid the protracted civil war. International humanitarian organizations have repeatedly called for investigations into alleged violations during the conflict.