SANA’A, Yemen -UNS : Heavy gunfire and intense artillery shelling were reported in the vicinity of the Al-Hasaba neighborhood in central Sana’a, according to eyewitnesses and field sources.
Residents in surrounding areas reportedly heard sustained machine-gun fire and artillery explosions as armed clashes erupted near the neighborhood. The reported fighting has caused panic among civilians living in adjacent districts, with residents describing a tense and rapidly developing security situation.
Field sources said security forces affiliated with the Houthi authorities imposed a security cordon around the Al-Hasaba area and restricted access to roads leading into the neighborhood. The measures reportedly included road closures and increased security deployments around the area.
The circumstances surrounding the clashes, including their cause and the identities of those involved, remain unclear. There were also no independently verified figures available regarding possible casualties or property damage at the time of reporting.
The reported escalation comes amid continuing security tensions in parts of Sana’a under Houthi control. Further details are expected as information becomes available and the situation develops.
Editor’s Note: The information in this report is based on eyewitness accounts and field-source reports that have not been independently verified. Details concerning casualties, the cause of the clashes, and the parties involved remain subject to confirmation.
