Five killed in violence across Yemen

Despite the declared ceasefire between Houthis and Salafi groups, acts of violence continue near the Yemen-Saudi Arabia border.

Five killed in violence across Yemen
World Bulletin / News Desk
 
At least five people were killed and 10 wounded in violent acts across Yemen, where millions of firearms are in civilian hands since the 2011 revolution.

According to information leaked from police stations, two people were wounded in a blast on a military base, for which nobody has claimed responsibility.

Four people died and seven were wounded in Damar city after an unknown person threw a hand grenade in a local market. Authorities have not provided any information on whether the attack was a terrorist act.

Despite the declared ceasefire between Houthis and Salafi groups, acts of violence continue near the Yemen-Saudi Arabia border. One person died and one was wounded in clashes in Saada Governorate. 

After the 2011 revolution in Yemen, violence acts have not been rare. Nearly 60 million firearms are in civilian hands in the country with a population of 25.4 million people, according to official data.

Güncelleme Tarihi: 11 Kasım 2013, 15:37
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