Compensation for the families of victims: Saudi coalition attack on Yemen funeral 'based on bad information'

A Saudi-led coalition attacked a funeral in Yemen after receiving incorrect information that armed Houthi leaders were in the area, an investigative body set-up by the coalition has said.

 

More than 140 people were killed in the air strike on 8 October.

The Joint Incidents Assessment Team (JIAT) said coalition air operations officials also failed to obtain approval for the strike from commanders, a violation of protocol, according to the statement which was carried by state news agency SPA.

• The JIAT called for a review of rules of engagement and compensation for the families of victims.

The strike had prompted an international outcry and strong criticism even from Saudi Arabia's closest Western allies.

"Because of non-compliance with coalition rules of engagement and procedures, and the issuing of incorrect information, a coalition aircraft wrongly targeted the location, resulting in civilian deaths and injuries," the inquiry team found.

"Appropriate action ... must be taken against those who caused the incident, and ... compensation must be offered to the families of the victims."
 rte.ie
15/10/16
-
Related:

• US strikes Houthi rebel targets in Yemen: Pentagon 

• Pentagon vows to respond to attempted missile attacks at US destroyer "near Yemen"

• Russian FM demands thorough investigation and punishment of those responsible for the air attack in Sanaa

• Saudi-led coalition denies funeral strike in Yemen capital: At least 100 killed in air strike on mourners in Yemen. 520 wounded 

-

• UK drafts UNSC resolution calling for ‘immediate’ ceasefire in Yemen

• Saudi Arabia: Investigations into War Crimes in Yemen “Prohibited”

• US Arms Saudi Arabia Despite 'Radicalization' Fears

• Saudi Coalition bombing kills 25 civilians, injures many in western Yemen. Among the wounded, 23 are in a serious condition