Explosion and fire at gas station in central Yemen claims the lives of 15 individuals

A gas station explosion in central Yemen’s Bayda province caused a massive fire, killing at least 15 people and injuring 67 others, with 40 in critical condition. The cause of the explosion is unknown and rescue teams are searching for missing individuals. The province is controlled by Houthi rebels, who have been at war with Yemen’s government for over a decade. In a separate incident, the Houthis attacked and looted a village, resulting in civilian casualties and property destruction. Rights activists report the detention of dozens of men and looting of homes by the rebels. The U.S. Embassy in Yemen condemned the attack, highlighting the impact on innocent Yemenis. The ongoing civil war in Yemen, which began in 2014, has caused over 150,000 deaths and created a severe humanitarian crisis. The conflict involves the internationally recognized government, Houthi rebels, and a Saudi-led coalition backed by the U.S. in an effort to restore the government. The war has largely turned into a stalemate, with devastating consequences for the Yemeni population.

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