Houthi Missile Destroys Water Project in Al-Hudaydah

A ballistic missile launched by Houthi militias has destroyed a vital drinking water project in the Al-Sakhnah district of Al-Hudaydah governorate, leaving villagers without their primary water source. The incident occurred on Sunday.

Local residents reported that the missile struck the water project facility after a failed launch attempt, resulting in the complete destruction of the infrastructure. No casualties have been reported.

The explosion caused significant fear and panic among the residents, particularly women and children, due to the intensity of the blast and the damage inflicted upon the essential service facility.

Al-Sakhnah district is under Houthi control and is situated away from direct conflict zones, according to residents. They condemned the targeting of the water project as an escalation that exacerbates the humanitarian crisis and deprives civilians of a fundamental service.

Residents have appealed to the international community, humanitarian organizations, and human rights groups to intervene to protect civilians and service facilities. They urged pressure to cease attacks on civilian infrastructure and ensure the continued provision of essential services, especially drinking water.

The destruction of the water project comes amid increasing military escalation in Al-Hudaydah governorate, raising concerns about further repercussions on the humanitarian situation for residents, particularly as many areas in the province rely on limited facilities for essential services.