Yemen’s Houthi rebels reported that a U.S. airstrike on a prison for African migrants resulted in at least 68 deaths and 47 injuries. This incident, occurring on April 28, marked one of the deadliest attacks in recent weeks amid ongoing conflict in the region. Houthi-controlled media claimed the strike was a response to U.S. military actions, which have escalated under President Donald Trump’s administration, including airstrikes on fuel terminals that killed numerous civilians.
Separately, an F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet from the USS Harry S. Truman fell overboard into the Red Sea while being towed on the same day. The U.S. Navy confirmed that the jet and its towing tractor went into the sea after crew members lost control during the maneuver. All personnel were accounted for, with one sailor sustaining a minor injury. An investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.
Reports indicate that the aircraft carrier may have made a sharp turn to avoid Houthi fire, although it’s unclear whether this contributed to the aircraft’s fall. The Truman has been actively involved in military operations against the Houthis and has recently extended its deployment in the Middle East, bolstering its presence with additional air support. The Navy reassured that the carrier group remains fully operational despite these challenges. Over the past weeks, U.S. Central Command has targeted more than 800 sites in Yemen as part of Operation Rough Rider, leading to significant casualties among Houthi fighters.
