A Pentagon report submitted to the US Congress has revealed that 153 civilians were killed during US airstrikes targeting Houthi rebels in Yemen. Another 247 people suffered injuries during the military operations.
The 12-page report examined three specific US military operations conducted in Yemen during April 2025. The findings have renewed attention on civilian casualties during military campaigns.
The report detailed the circumstances surrounding each of the three incidents. It also confirmed that US authorities are reviewing several additional cases linked to military operations.
Three US Airstrikes Caused Major Civilian Casualties
The first incident occurred on April 6 in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa. According to the Pentagon report, the US airstrike killed five civilians.
A second strike caused the highest number of reported civilian deaths. The attack took place on April 17 near the port of Ras Isa.
The strike killed 80 civilians, making it the deadliest of the three incidents examined in the report. The scale of the casualties has drawn further attention to the impact of military operations on civilian populations.
The third incident occurred near Saada on April 28. According to the report, the airstrike killed 47 people.
Together, the three incidents accounted for 132 civilian deaths. The Pentagon also reported 247 injuries connected to the strikes.
Pentagon Reviews Additional Military Incidents
The report also revealed that authorities are examining 15 additional incidents involving US military operations.
Investigators are reviewing the cases to establish what happened and determine the circumstances surrounding the reported civilian casualties. Officials said the investigations remain ongoing.
Further details could emerge once the reviews are completed. Authorities have indicated that additional facts will become public after investigators finish their assessments.
The ongoing reviews could provide greater clarity about the impact of US military operations in Yemen. They may also help determine whether additional civilian casualties occurred during the incidents under examination.
Civilian Protection Remains a Major Concern
The Pentagon report comes amid continued calls from human rights organizations for stronger civilian protections during armed conflicts.
Rights groups have repeatedly stressed the importance of precautionary measures when military forces conduct operations in populated areas. Such measures aim to reduce the risk of civilian deaths and injuries.
The latest figures have again highlighted the difficult balance between military objectives and civilian safety. Large-scale airstrikes can have serious consequences for communities caught in conflict zones.
Meanwhile, the Pentagon’s ongoing investigations could add further information about US military actions in Yemen. Until those reviews conclude, the full extent of civilian harm linked to the additional incidents remains unclear.
The report has nevertheless provided a detailed account of three April 2025 strikes and their reported human cost. As investigations continue, further findings may shed light on the remaining cases and the measures taken to protect civilians during future operations.
