The U.S. military reported that 153 civilians were killed and over 200 injured in three airstrikes in Yemen in April 2025, according to a Pentagon assessment. This assessment, which was shared with congressional defense committees, marks the first acknowledgment of the civilian toll from the U.S. bombing campaign against Houthi rebels, initiated by President Donald Trump in March 2025. The strikes were part of 'Operation Rough Rider,' which aimed to target Houthi leaders and military infrastructure. The Pentagon is currently reviewing 15 additional incidents for potential civilian casualties. The report also highlights ongoing scrutiny of the War Department following a separate incident involving a missile strike on an Iranian school that resulted in approximately 175 deaths, mostly children. The Civilian Protection Center of Excellence, responsible for mitigating civilian casualties, has faced staffing cuts, now employing only nine individuals, including two service members.
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Pentagon reports civilian casualties from U.S. strikes in Yemen
The Pentagon has confirmed that 153 civilians were killed and over 200 injured in three U.S. airstrikes in Yemen in April 2025. This report is the first acknowledgment of civilian casualties from the U.S. military's campaign against Houthi rebels. Additionally, the Civilian Protection Center of Excellence has seen significant staffing reductions.
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US killed 153 civilians in three strikes on Yemen in 2025, Pentagon says
Pentagon reports civilian casualties from U.S. strikes in Yemen