Nascent Yemen

Concerns are growing over the continued U.S. military aggression against Yemen, following the announcement by the Ministry of Health and Environment in Sana’a that 200 martyrs and wounded have fallen between March 15, 2025, and the first of April. This development reflects a shift in U.S. aggression into a bloodier phase.


According to the statement from the Yemeni ministry in Sana’a, U.S. airstrikes have resulted in the martyrdom of 61 civilians and the injury of 139 others, highlighting the increasing threat faced by civilians as U.S. warplanes continue to target civilian sites.
Official figures also indicate that the total number of casualties since the start of Yemen’s support operation for the Gaza Strip until April 1, 2025, has reached 250 martyrs and 714 wounded. This further exacerbates the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, which has endured a decade of regional and international aggression and a suffocating blockade.



Motives Behind the U.S. Escalation
The escalation of U.S. aggression against civilians comes amid rising regional tensions. Analysts suggest that Washington is attempting to curb Yemen’s growing influence in supporting the Palestinian cause, particularly as Sana’a escalates its operations in the Red Sea against “Israeli” and American interests.
This escalation is fueling further polarization in the region, with growing fears that the conflict could expand into a wider war.

The Humanitarian Crisis
These airstrikes come at a time when Yemen is already suffering from a dire humanitarian crisis, with millions facing severe shortages of food and medicine due to the decade-long blockade.
Despite repeated calls from human rights organizations to halt these attacks and protect civilians, international reactions remain inconsistent. Some parties have limited their response to condemnation statements without taking concrete steps to de-escalate the situation.



Possible Scenarios for the Crisis
Observers believe that the continuation of these strikes may push Sana’a to escalate its retaliatory measures against American and “Israeli” targets in the region, potentially leading to further military escalation.
On the other hand, some international actors may seek de-escalation through diplomatic channels, especially amid fears of an all-out regional conflict.

Amid this reality, the future of the (Yemeni-American-Zionist) conflict remains open to multiple possibilities—ranging from greater military escalation to a diplomatic breakthrough that could be driven by the calculations of regional and international powers in favor of de-escalation in the Red Sea and Gaza.

Al Masirah report

US airstrikes destroy water source for 50,000 Yemenis.
The US military has relentlessly bombed Yemen for over two weeks after Sanaa reimposed a maritime ban on Israeli-linked vessels crossing the Red Sea.

US military aircraft bombed a reservoir in the Mansouriya district of Al-Hodeidah Governorate in western Yemen, cutting off water to more than 50,000 people, Al-Masirah TV reported on 2 April.

“As a result of enemy attacks on the Al-Senif water reservoir and the Water Resources Administration building in the Mansouriya area, more than 50,000 citizens were left without water supplies,” the Yemeni channel stated.

Renewed US bombing of Yemen is compounding an already dire situation made worse after US President Donald Trump cut US humanitarian aid to the country.

The Cradle Media report

Yemeni Ministry of Health reports five civilians killed and injured in US-led airstrikes on Hodeidah Water Corporation, a civilian facility.

American warplanes bombed a car in Sana’a and carried out 19 airstrikes on Saada, Yemen.

The U.S. use of 10-ton “Bunker Buster” bombs in recent raids on populated areas in Sana’a and Sa’ada raises questions about military escalation and its impact on Yemen and the region.


This development comes amid rising tensions and complex political and security dynamics, necessitating a deeper analysis of the motives and potential consequences of this crime—the use of internationally banned bombs in densely populated civilian areas. 
Analyzing the Motives 

Washington’s resort to using massive blue-and-white “bunker buster” bombs appears to reflect a U.S. desire to inflict devastating damage, given the impossibility of direct ground intervention in Yemen—a country historically known as the “graveyard of invaders.”

This type of weapon is typically used to cause widespread destruction and instill terror among both civilians and combatants, suggesting a strategy aimed at crippling the enemy’s ability to continue fighting.

From another perspective, the U.S. may be deploying these bombs as part of a deterrence message to its regional adversaries, especially amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

This escalation could also be linked to shifts in U.S. policy toward Yemen, particularly as the Biden administration faces mounting domestic and international pressure over its role in the Arab-Israeli conflict and its failure to neutralize Sana’a’s missile and drone capabilities. 

Political and Legal Consequences 

Domestically: These strikes could fuel further military escalation, potentially pushing Sana’a forces to intensify their operations against Israeli and U.S. interests in the region in retaliation. 

Internationally: The use of internationally prohibited bombs raises concerns over serious violations of international law, possibly triggering diplomatic actions against the U.S. in human rights and U.N. forums. 

Humanitarian Impact: The raids will likely worsen Yemen’s humanitarian crisis, where civilians already endure dire conditions after a decade of war and blockade, potentially leading to further displacement and straining aid organizations. 

A New Phase in the Yemeni-U.S. Conflict 

The use of banned bombs in U.S. airstrikes on Yemen reveals shifting dynamics in the conflict, with warring parties attempting to reshape the military balance on the ground. Washington may be seeking leverage to break Sana’a’s unwavering stance on supporting Gaza—regardless of the consequences. 

As international condemnations grow, critical questions remain: How will this dangerous escalation impact the prospects for a political solution in Yemen? Will it force Sana’a to reconsider its insistence on ending the aggression against Gaza and lifting the blockade? And could it lead to a broader reassessment of war and peace strategies in the region? 

Al Masirah report