Dozens Injured as Saudi Authorities Crack Down on Yemen War Protests

‘Amid public opposition to the ongoing military campaign in Yemen, the Saudi government has purportedly cracked down on potential protests in the Eastern Province. During a series of security raids, conflicting reports suggest dozens may be injured, and that one police officer has been killed.

On Sunday, the Saudi government began a security operation in Awamiyah village, with the stated aim of rooting out “terrorist elements.” During these raids, “an exchange of fire led to the injury of Corporal Majid bin Turki al-Qahtani, and his death after being taken to hospital…and wounded three security men, a citizen, and a (foreign) resident,” according to a statement released by the Ministry of Interior.’

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