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US killed 153 civilians in three strikes on Yemen in 2025, Pentagon says
The U.S. military killed 153 civilians and injured more than 200 in three strikes in Yemen last year, according to a Pentagon assessment that offers new details about the civilian toll of the Trump administration’s campaign against Houthi rebels.
TL;DR
- U.S. military strikes in Yemen in April 2025 killed 153 civilians and injured over 200.
- The strikes were part of President Trump's campaign against Houthi rebels in response to Red Sea attacks.
- The Pentagon is reviewing 15 other incidents in Yemen for potential civilian casualties.
- The War Department is also facing scrutiny for a school bombing on the first day of 'Operation Epic Fury'.
- Staffing cuts have been made to the Civilian Protection Center of Excellence, which mitigates civilian casualties.