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Rueters :UN Report Accuses Saudi Coalition of Deadly Migrant Boat Attack off Yemen

Y.A

“This civilian vessel was almost certainly attacked using a 7.62 mm caliber weapon from an armed utility helicopter,” the investigators, who monitor sanctions in Yemen, wrote in a 185-page report to the U.N. Security Council on Monday.

“The Saudi Arabia led coalition forces are the only parties to the conflict that have the capability to operate armed utility helicopters in the area,” the report said. It said the helicopter was likely operating from a naval vessel.

The U.N. report said the attack violated international humanitarian law and threatened the peace, security and stability of Yemen.

The coalition receives U.S. arms and logistical support.

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