Event Brief
US airstrikes in Yemen likely killed or wounded civilians
Filed: Aug 05, 2026 at 5:07 PM ET
Summary: NBC News sources say three April 2025 US strikes in Yemen likely caused about 350 civilian casualties.
WHO: NBC News sources
WHAT: Three US airstrikes in Yemen likely killed or wounded roughly 350 civilians, according to sources and reviewed documents.
WHEN: Aug 05, 2026 at 4:34 PM ET
WHERE: Yemen
WHY: The strikes occurred during Operation Rough Rider, a campaign aimed at stopping Iranian-backed Houthi threats to ships and allies.
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