A child was injured by shrapnel in a drone attack by Houthi militia on a residential village in Hays.

Child Injured in Houthi Drone Attack in Hays

A five-year-old boy sustained shrapnel wounds to his hand and leg following a drone strike by Houthi militia targeting a civilian home in the village of Al-Khamashi, located in the Hays district of southern Al-Hudaydah province. The attack occurred early Saturday morning.

Injuries and Medical Response

Human rights sources reported that the child, Rami Youssef Yahya Mohammed Jabaili, suffered significant injuries from the attack. He received immediate medical attention and was transported to a field hospital in Al-Khawkhah for treatment. Medical professionals indicated that he requires surgical intervention to remove the shrapnel.

Escalating Attacks on Civilians

This incident highlights a troubling trend of ongoing Houthi attacks targeting residential areas in liberated regions of southern Al-Hudaydah. Over recent weeks, these assaults have intensified, resulting in numerous civilian casualties and extensive property damage. The violence has also triggered a significant wave of displacement among local residents.

The situation remains critical as communities continue to face threats from these aggressive actions. Authorities and humanitarian organizations are calling for increased protection for civilians and urgent international attention to the escalating crisis.

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