Conflict · Sanaa, Yemen · October 12, 2026

Saudi airstrike in Sanaa kills a child, wounds seven

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 10, 8:00 PM ET

The Royal Saudi Air Force carried out an airstrike in Yemen's capital Sanaa, killing a child and injuring seven others. Civilians in the city described fear and uncertainty as attacks resumed.

Why it matters

Saudi retaliation on Sanaa signals an escalation that threatens civilians in a country already facing one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.

Background

Sanaa has been held by the Houthis since 2014, prompting a Saudi-led military intervention in 2015. Years of airstrikes and blockade have left Yemen's population heavily dependent on aid.

The story so far

1. Oct 11Saudi airstrike on Sanaa kills a child
2. Oct 12Saudi airstrike in Sanaa kills a child, wounds seven
3. Oct 14Houthis claim downing of Saudi Eurofighter over Saada
4. Oct 15Saudi Arabia reports missile interceptions as Houthis claim jet downing
5. Oct 16Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missile aimed at Medina

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Sources

• Al Jazeera ↗October 11, 2026

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