SANAA, Yemen — A Yemeni military official says an American drone strike has killed at least nine suspected al-Qaida militants and inadvertently killed and wounded some civilians.
The official said the early Saturday raid targeted a car carrying the militants in the Sawmaa area in the al-Bayda province at the time another car was nearby carrying civilians.
Additional Photos
At least six civilians were killed and wounded, the official said on condition of anonymity in line with military regulations.
The deputy governor of al-Bayda was assassinated Tuesday by suspected al-Qaida militants.
Yemen’s branch of al-Qaida, also known as Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula, is considered to be the most dangerous in the world. It overran much of the south in 2011. Yemen’s army, supported by U.S. military experts and drone strikes, pushed them back, but clashes continue.
-
Maine AuthorsOFF RADAR
-
Nation & WorldFirst lady warns about cyberbullying as Trump tears into ex-CIA chief on Twitter
-
Community
Monmouth Community Players to hold auditions for 'The Foreigner'
-
Community
Enchanted Evening in the Garden benefit set for Sept. 13 in Waterville
-
Community
Foraging: Edible and Medicinal Plants topic on Sept. 6
