Dozens of protesters were injured Sunday by Yemeni security forces as thousands packed into anti-government demonstrations, witnesses and medical personnel said. Witnesses said some others were arrested, but officials said they were released within hours.
In Sanaa's Change Square, Yemeni security forces shot live ammunition at protesters, injuring 11, witnesses and field medical teams said.
All 11 had gunshot wounds, witnesses said. Two of the injured are in serious condition, medical staff at the square said.
"We were being shot at directly," said protester Abdullah Kulaibi. "Security forces were trying to kill us and not disperse us."
Yemeni officials have repeatedly denied accusations of targeting peaceful protesters. Read More
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