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Pentagon Reports 153 Civilian Deaths from U.S. Military Operations in 2025

A Pentagon review revealed that U.S. military operations led to the deaths of 153 civilians in 2025, excluding certain airstrike incidents.

13 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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According to a Pentagon review, U.S. military operations resulted in the deaths of 153 civilians last year. This figure does not include any casualties from airstrikes targeting boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.

The review provides insight into the impact of U.S. actions in Yemen, particularly regarding the campaign against the Houthis, emphasizing the civilian harm caused during military operations.

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