Tragic Incident in Yemen’s Capital Kills 78 and Injures 73 During Ramadan Event

At least 78 people were killed and 73 injured in a tragic incident in Yemen’s capital late Wednesday night. The incident occurred during an event to distribute financial aid during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, and was not related to the country’s long-running civil war.

Witnesses and Houthi rebel officials reported that the tragedy was sparked when armed Houthis fired into the air in an attempt at crowd control, apparently striking an electrical wire and causing it to explode. This caused a panic, and people, including many women and children, began stampeding.

The incident comes ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan later this week. The tragedy is the deadliest incident in Yemen in years that was not related directly to the country’s long-running civil war.

The Houthi rebel group, which controls the city, has launched an investigation into the incident. The Yemeni government has also expressed its condolences to the families of the victims and has called for an immediate investigation into the cause of the tragedy.

The incident is a tragic reminder of the ongoing conflict in Yemen, and the devastating impact it has had on the country. The international community must continue to work to bring an end to the conflict and to ensure the safety and security of the Yemeni people.