U.S. strike killed scores of African migrants in Yemen, Houthis say

washingtonpost.comPublished: 4/28/2025

Summary

A U.S. missile strike on a migrant detention center in Saada killed at least 68 African migrants and injured dozens more, according to photos and video from a Reuters journalist. This is not the first time civilian casualties have been reported following U.S.-led strikes in Yemen since 2024. Despite efforts to target Houthi military infrastructure, the U.S. has faced criticism for increasing civilian casualties, with some Democratic lawmakers calling for an explanation. Meanwhile, the broader conflict in Yemen continues to disrupt migration routes along the Red Sea, raising concerns about human rights violations and humanitarian aid access.