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Human rights organization reports 108 civilian casualties from Houthi landmines and explosives in Al Hudaydah in 2024.

R.F.S.D Reports 108 Civilian Casualties from Landmines in Al Hudaydah

The Rights, Freedoms, and Sustainable Development Foundation (R.F.S.D) has documented 108 cases of civilian casualties in Al Hudaydah, Yemen, due to landmines and unexploded ordnance planted by Houthi militias. This alarming statistic covers incidents that occurred throughout 2024.

Breakdown of Casualties

In a report released by R.F.S.D’s president, human rights activist Mujahid Al-Qab, the casualties include 39 fatalities—comprising 21 men, 14 children, and 4 women. Additionally, the report highlights 69 injuries, which involve 38 men, 24 children, and 7 women.

Furthermore, the report indicates that 29 individuals, including 16 men, 11 children, and 2 women, sustained permanent or partial disabilities due to these incidents.

Comparison with UN Statistics

These figures represent an increase of 16 cases compared to statistics released by the United Nations Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA), which reported 92 civilian casualties in the previous year. This discrepancy underscores the escalating danger posed by landmines in the region.

Al Hudaydah: A Landmine Hotspot

Al Hudaydah remains one of the most contaminated provinces in Yemen due to the extensive use of landmines and explosive remnants of war by Houthi militias. The ongoing conflict and intense fighting over the past years have significantly contributed to this hazardous environment.

As the situation in Al Hudaydah continues to deteriorate, the need for urgent action to address the landmine crisis becomes increasingly critical. The R.F.S.D’s findings call for greater international awareness and intervention to protect civilians from the devastating impact of these explosive devices.

 

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