The Pentagon acknowledged that U.S. military operations in Yemen killed 153 civilians and injured 243 in 2025, all in strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis.

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The Pentagon acknowledged that U.S. military operations in Yemen killed 153 civilians and injured 243 in 2025, all in strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis. The figures come as the Pentagon faces criticism over major cuts to its civilian-harm mitigation programs, with staffing reportedly reduced by about 90% since March 2025. Source: CBS News