Multiple Civilian Fatalities Reported after Alleged Houthi Shelling in Hodeida and Taiz
Category: Conflict
Severity: 4 (High)
Source: Drum Cussac
09/15/2019 (Yemen) - According to regional media sources on Saturday, 14 September, shelling allegedly carried out by Houthi rebels has resulted in the deaths of 13 civilians in the provinces of Hodeida and Taiz. Reportedly, shelling killed at least 11 people south of the Red Sea city of Hodeida from Friday, 13 September, through to Saturday. Another two civilians were killed by mortar fire late Friday evening in the Salih district in Taiz province. The Houthi militant group are yet to claim responsibility for the attacks.
Due to the ongoing conflict and extreme risk environment, members should reconsider all non-essential travel to Yemen at this time. Those in Yemen should minimise non-essential movement outside of secure compounds and only travel with maximum security precautions in place. Prior to deployment, or as part of any pre-operational decision-making, members are advised to conduct a thorough localised risk assessment to identify any potential threats to operations and staff safety.
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