Update: Coalition launches 5 airstrikes on Saada

SAADA, March 19 (YPA) – The US-backed Saudi-led coalition on Tuesday launched five air strikes and ground attacks on several areas of Saada province, an official told Yemen Press Agency.

The warplanes waged four strikes on several areas of Baqem district and another one on Wald-Masaud area of Sehar district.

Meanwhile, artillery and missile shells were fired at civilians’ farms and homes in Baqem district, causing heavy damage, added the official.

Sameera Hassn