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            <title><![CDATA[Four Dead, Others Injured in Yemen Road Collision]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Four individuals were killed and several others sustained injuries on Sunday following a severe traffic accident involving three vehicles in the Al-Uyun area of Ghail Ba Wazir district in Yemen's Hadramaut Governorate.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Four individuals were killed and several others sustained injuries on Sunday following a severe traffic accident involving three vehicles in the Al-Uyun area of Ghail Ba Wazir district in Yemen's Hadramaut Governorate.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that the collision occurred when a tractor and a heavy-duty truck collided with a passenger vehicle, identified as a "Foxy" van, which was carrying the victims. The impact resulted in the immediate death of four people at the scene and left others with varying degrees of injuries.</p>
<p>Emergency medical teams promptly responded to the incident. The injured were evacuated and transported to the clinic of the Arabian Cement Company for initial treatment and necessary medical care. Efforts were also underway to manage the aftermath of the crash and clear the affected roadway.</p>
<p>Authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine its cause. As of now, the identities of the deceased and the final number of injured have not been officially released, nor have any further details regarding the collision emerged.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:41:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hospital Elevator Collapse in Sana'a Kills Two, Injures Several]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A tragic incident occurred at the University of Science and Technology Hospital in Sana'a on Tuesday evening when an elevator collapsed during operation, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries, according to local sources.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A tragic incident occurred at the University of Science and Technology Hospital in Sana'a on Tuesday evening when an elevator collapsed during operation, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries, according to local sources.</b></p>
<p>The incident happened unexpectedly within the hospital premises, causing confusion and an emergency response among medical staff and visitors. Immediate efforts were made to provide first aid to the injured and transfer them to the emergency department for treatment, while the deceased were attended to within the facility.</p>
<p>Sources familiar with the matter indicated that the cause of the collapse remains unknown, with no official statement released yet. Investigations are reportedly pending, focusing on technical examinations and reports concerning the safety systems and maintenance of the hospital's elevators.</p>
<p>The incident has sparked concern among the public, leading to calls for an urgent investigation to determine the circumstances of the event and hold responsible parties accountable should negligence or shortcomings in safety procedures be proven.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:52:04 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Masaam Dismantles 2,843 Mines and Unexploded Ordnance in Early June]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The Masam project's demining operations have successfully neutralized 2,843 mines, unexploded ordnance, and improvised explosive devices since the beginning of June, according to an announcement by the project's operations room. These efforts are part of ongoing initiatives to secure war-affected ar...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>The Masam project's demining operations have successfully neutralized 2,843 mines, unexploded ordnance, and improvised explosive devices since the beginning of June, according to an announcement by the project's operations room. These efforts are part of ongoing initiatives to secure war-affected areas and protect civilians.</b></p>
<p>A statement released by the operations room detailed that the removed items comprised 2,708 unexploded ordnance, 104 anti-tank mines, and 29 anti-personnel mines, in addition to two improvised explosive devices. Engineering teams also cleared 635,652 square meters of Yemeni territory within the same period.</p>
<p>The statement further indicated that during the second week of June alone, project teams dismantled 2,045 mines, unexploded ordnance, and improvised explosive devices. This included 1,927 unexploded ordnance, 98 anti-tank mines, 18 anti-personnel mines, and two improvised explosive devices. Field teams cleared 451,108 square meters of land during the past week as part of humanitarian operations to mitigate the risks posed by mines and unexploded ordnance.</p>
<p>In the Midi district of Hajjah Governorate, the project achieved a new milestone, bringing the total number of dismantled mines, unexploded ordnance, and improvised explosive devices since commencing operations in the area to 10,178. Additionally, 3,276,724 square meters of land have been cleared.</p>
<p>The Masam operations room affirmed the continued fieldwork by its engineering teams across various Yemeni regions, contributing to securing land, protecting civilians, and enabling residents to safely resume their agricultural and livelihood activities.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:03:04 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Security Forces in Taiz Hand Over Suspect in Brigadier General Yahya Wahesh Assassination]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Security forces in Taiz Governorate have apprehended and handed over an individual sought in connection with the assassination of Brigadier General Yahya Wahesh, commander of the First Brigade of the National Resistance. The handover followed a report from the Directorate of Police in Hodeidah Gover...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Security forces in Taiz Governorate have apprehended and handed over an individual sought in connection with the assassination of Brigadier General Yahya Wahesh, commander of the First Brigade of the National Resistance. The handover followed a report from the Directorate of Police in Hodeidah Governorate.</b></p>
<p>Security media reported that the Hodeidah Police Directorate had issued a notice regarding a wanted suspect in the assassination of Brigadier General Wahesh. Taiz Governorate Police responded to the report, apprehending the suspect within the provincial capital and transferring him to the State Security apparatus in Taiz.</p>
<p>The security information further stated that the Director of Hodeidah Police, Brigadier General Najib Warraq, dispatched a representative from the Hodeidah Police, accompanied by a representative from State Security in Hodeidah, to receive the suspect from State Security in Taiz. The individual was then brought to join others apprehended by security agencies in the West Coast region.</p>
<p>The Director General of Hodeidah Governorate Police, Brigadier General Najib Warraq, and the Commander of the Hodeidah Front, Brigadier General Zayed Mansar, reportedly monitored the process of apprehending the suspect until his arrival with the Hodeidah Police representative.</p>
<p>A source expressed regret over information published under the name of the General Directorate of Taiz Governorate Police, describing it as inaccurate.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:18:04 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Nine killed or injured in Saada land dispute, including Houthi leader]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Nine individuals were killed or injured following an armed dispute over a plot of land in the village of Al-Ruhwa, in the Al-Abdin area of Sahar district, Saada governorate, the primary stronghold of the Houthi militia.
Local sources reported that a fierce disagreement erupted between two parties fr...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Nine individuals were killed or injured following an armed dispute over a plot of land in the village of Al-Ruhwa, in the Al-Abdin area of Sahar district, Saada governorate, the primary stronghold of the Houthi militia.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that a fierce disagreement erupted between two parties from the local population over land ownership, which rapidly escalated to the use of firearms and intense exchanges of gunfire between the two sides.</p>
<p>According to the sources, the bloody confrontations resulted in the deaths of four individuals. From the first party, citizen Ahmed bin Mahdi Ahmed was killed. From the other party, Houthi leader Khaled Jabran and two of his sons were killed, in addition to a fourth fatality from the same involved parties.</p>
<p>The sources added that the clashes also left five wounded, including two brothers of citizen Ahmed Mahdi, and three others from the Abu Nashir family. They were transferred to the hospital for treatment amidst a tense atmosphere in the region.</p>
<p>This incident occurs amid a noticeable escalation in land and real estate disputes in Saada governorate and areas under Houthi militia control. This is fueled by the absence of decisive judicial solutions, the involvement of Houthi leaders in property embezzlement, and ongoing security unrest.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:29:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Yemen: Rent Crisis Pushes Thousands Towards Eviction in Houthi-Controlled Areas]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Thousands of families in Houthi-controlled regions of Yemen are facing potential homelessness due to an escalating rent crisis, compounded by economic deterioration, job scarcity, and the militia's alleged misappropriation of salaries. The struggle to afford housing has become a critical challenge,...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Thousands of families in Houthi-controlled regions of Yemen are facing potential homelessness due to an escalating rent crisis, compounded by economic deterioration, job scarcity, and the militia's alleged misappropriation of salaries. The struggle to afford housing has become a critical challenge, surpassing the difficulties of securing basic necessities like food and medicine.</b></p>
<p>Local and human rights indicators reveal a significant increase in disputes between tenants and property owners in recent months. This surge coincides with widening poverty and declining purchasing power, making monthly rent payments an insurmountable burden for many households that have exhausted their savings and limited income sources.</p>
<p>Human rights sources confirm a rapid rise in forced eviction threats, particularly in the capital, Sana'a. Growing numbers of families are facing repeated demands for payment of accrued rent or the immediate vacating of their homes. Observers attribute this situation to the prolonged economic decline, which has directly impacted income levels and employment opportunities, while most families have been unable to find alternative economic solutions to cope with the continuous rise in the cost of living, exacerbated by the conflict initiated by the Houthi militia.</p>
<p>Economic analysts note that the housing crisis is now one of the most prominent social and humanitarian challenges in Yemen. This is particularly true as the number of families living below the poverty line increases, relying on temporary work or limited aid that is insufficient to cover their basic needs.</p>
<p>Specialists view the rent crisis as having transcended its traditional economic scope to become a humanitarian crisis threatening the familial and social stability of tens of thousands of residents. Many families are left with few difficult choices: resorting to borrowing from relatives and acquaintances to cover rent or facing the risk of eviction, with its subsequent social and psychological repercussions, especially for children and women.</p>
<p>Property owners are also facing increasing economic challenges, with some relying on rental income as their primary source of livelihood. This compels them to demand their dues amidst the prevailing difficult economic conditions affecting all segments of society. Analysts suggest that the continuation of the economic crisis without effective solutions could worsen the housing crisis, leading to an increase in families unable to meet their financial obligations and a wider scope of rent-related disputes.</p>
<p>Social experts warn that the exacerbation of the rent crisis could negatively impact societal stability. This may manifest through increased rates of internal displacement, homelessness, and family disintegration, in addition to heightened psychological and living pressures on the population. With no foreseeable signs of economic improvement, thousands of Yemeni families remain trapped between mounting living costs and accumulated rent demands, reflecting the depth of the humanitarian crisis gripping Yemen after years of conflict and economic collapse.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:40:06 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Elderly Displaced Woman Dies of Hunger and Illness in Yemen Camp]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[An elderly displaced woman has died in a displacement camp in the Abs district of Hajjah Governorate, northwestern Yemen, due to deteriorating health conditions exacerbated by hunger and illness. This incident highlights the severe humanitarian suffering endured by displaced populations amid difficu...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>An elderly displaced woman has died in a displacement camp in the Abs district of Hajjah Governorate, northwestern Yemen, due to deteriorating health conditions exacerbated by hunger and illness. This incident highlights the severe humanitarian suffering endured by displaced populations amid difficult living conditions.</b></p>
<p>Social activist Issa Al-Raji stated that the deceased woman was the wife of the late Abdullah Abdo Mustabani, known as "Abu Hashem." She passed away within the same camp only weeks after her husband, succumbing to harsh health and living circumstances.</p>
<p>Al-Raji explained in a Facebook post that the woman's health rapidly declined due to a lack of food and absence of medical care. He noted that this event reflects a tragic reality that is repeated for thousands of displaced individuals in the region.</p>
<p>He further indicated that many displaced families in the Abs camps are living under extremely difficult humanitarian conditions. This is compounded by a decline in relief aid and a lack of basic necessities within the camps, further worsening the humanitarian crisis in Hajjah Governorate.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:51:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Militia Distributes Damaged Wheat to Needy Families Amid Health Concerns]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Reports indicate that the Houthi-controlled Zakat Authority has distributed spoiled wheat, unfit for human consumption, to thousands of needy families in several Houthi-controlled governorates, raising significant public discontent and health warnings.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Reports indicate that the Houthi-controlled Zakat Authority has distributed spoiled wheat, unfit for human consumption, to thousands of needy families in several Houthi-controlled governorates, raising significant public discontent and health warnings.</b></p>
<p>Local sources and informed individuals revealed that the shipment of wheat was damaged due to moisture during sea transport and inadequate storage, leading to the spoilage of large quantities before distribution to beneficiaries, despite its unsuitability for human consumption.</p>
<p>The sources also pointed to suspicions of corruption surrounding the procurement and passage of this shipment through parties affiliated with the militia.</p>
<p>Citizens in various areas confirmed that the distributed wheat exhibited signs of spoilage and rot, fueling concerns about serious health repercussions for impoverished families already struggling with food insecurity.</p>
<p>Observers deem the distribution of unfit food items a grave violation of the right to safe food, endangering civilian lives, particularly amid the deteriorating humanitarian conditions faced by millions of Yemenis due to the Houthi coup and ongoing economic crisis.</p>
<p>Activists and human rights organizations have called for an independent and transparent investigation into the circumstances of this incident, demanding accountability for those responsible for the import, purchase, or distribution of any damaged foodstuffs. They emphasized that exploiting the needs of the poor and providing them with substandard goods is a violation of their human dignity and a breach of international humanitarian and health standards.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:01:04 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Threats Target Hostage Lawyer's Family to Silence Rights Advocacy]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The family of detained human rights lawyer Abdul Majeed Sabra has revealed they are facing threats and veiled warnings from Houthi security elements, suggesting an intent to extend the lawyer's detention and pursue family members involved in social media advocacy for his release.
Waleed Sabra, the d...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>The family of detained human rights lawyer Abdul Majeed Sabra has revealed they are facing threats and veiled warnings from Houthi security elements, suggesting an intent to extend the lawyer's detention and pursue family members involved in social media advocacy for his release.</b></p>
<p>Waleed Sabra, the detained lawyer's brother, stated on Facebook that during a recent visit, Houthi security officials accompanying his brother exhibited unusual behavior. One supervisor, identified as "Abu Sarie," reportedly told the lawyer, "Don't smile, you are our guest for two years." This remark has heightened the family's concerns regarding the legal basis for such extended detention and potential premeditated intentions.</p>
<p>The pressure has not been confined to the detained lawyer, according to his brother. The family directly experienced intimidation at the entrance of the Houthi-controlled Security and Intelligence apparatus. Another security leader, "Abu Amir Al-Sanaani," allegedly threatened to detain one of the lawyer's brothers, specifically targeting those active on social media platforms.</p>
<p>The family views these threats as a deliberate attempt to silence dissent and intimidate relatives, thereby preventing them from demanding their brother's freedom or bringing his case to public attention and the notice of human rights organizations.</p>
<p>Abdul Majeed Sabra is recognized as a prominent human rights lawyer who has represented individuals detained in politically motivated and opinion-related cases. His continued detention has drawn widespread condemnation from local, regional, and international legal and human rights circles, which are persistently calling for his immediate release, along with that of all individuals arbitrarily detained for their views.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:12:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Yemeni Tribesmen Rescue Three Lost in Al Jawf Desert; Fourth Dies]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Tribesmen from the Al-Mahashma tribe in Al Jawf Governorate, northeast Yemen, have successfully rescued three individuals who were stranded and suffering from severe dehydration in the desert. A fourth person died from thirst before rescuers could reach them.
Local sources reported that the young me...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Tribesmen from the Al-Mahashma tribe in Al Jawf Governorate, northeast Yemen, have successfully rescued three individuals who were stranded and suffering from severe dehydration in the desert. A fourth person died from thirst before rescuers could reach them.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that the young men launched an extensive search operation deep within the desert immediately after receiving a report of four missing persons. The initial phase of the search and tracking efforts led to the discovery of three of the missing individuals. Two were provided with first aid and survived, while the third was found deceased due to acute dehydration.</p>
<p>According to the sources, desert combing and tracking operations continued for several hours until the fourth missing person was found alive at precisely 10 PM.</p>
<p>Incidents of people getting lost in the Al Jawf desert are frequent due to the Houthi militia's closure of main roads for years. This forces travelers to take alternative, rugged routes that lack safety and cellular coverage. Travelers face risks of breakdowns, getting stuck in quicksand, and running out of water, often leading to fatalities. Continuous human rights and local appeals urge the opening of these roads to end this suffering, which claims lives almost weekly.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:23:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Young Acrobat Dies After Fall During Volcano Crater Performance]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A young Yemeni acrobat, known for performing stunts inside a volcanic crater, died Friday after falling during a performance in the Al Dhale province of southern Yemen.
Local sources informed "خبر" news agency that the individual, identified as Al-Qa'qa' bin Antar, fell while scaling the inner rock...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A young Yemeni acrobat, known for performing stunts inside a volcanic crater, died Friday after falling during a performance in the Al Dhale province of southern Yemen.</b></p>
<p>Local sources informed "خبر" news agency that the individual, identified as Al-Qa'qa' bin Antar, fell while scaling the inner rock face of the Haradhat Damt crater to perform a stunt. He sustained fatal injuries at the scene.</p>
<p>Sources confirmed that the young man had gained notoriety in recent years for executing dangerous performances within the volcanic crater, climbing its internal rock walls. These activities took place despite the treacherous terrain and the absence of safety equipment or emergency exits.</p>
<p>Following the incident, attempts were made to contact rescue teams affiliated with the Houthi-controlled district center. However, according to local accounts, the response was not swift enough to facilitate his rescue.</p>
<p>Haradhat Damt is a prominent natural landmark in the old city of Damt district. It is a volcanic crater atop a mountain, accessible via a metal staircase with over 115 steps. The crater's internal depth is approximately 120 meters, surrounded by steep, rocky terrain.</p>
<p>Al-Qa'qa' bin Antar's performances inside the crater had previously raised concerns and warnings from local residents and observers due to the significant risks involved, particularly given the lack of safety gear and the absence of internal ladders or paths for emergency use.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:34:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Family Dispute Ends in Sibling Deaths in Sanaa]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Two brothers were killed in the Al-Amiri area of Al-Jadr district, north of Sanaa, in a tragic incident stemming from a family dispute that culminated in murder and suicide. The deceased have been identified as educator Khaled Muthanna and his brother, Hassan.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Two brothers were killed in the Al-Amiri area of Al-Jadr district, north of Sanaa, in a tragic incident stemming from a family dispute that culminated in murder and suicide. The deceased have been identified as educator Khaled Muthanna and his brother, Hassan.</b></p>
<p>According to local sources, Hassan Muthanna opened fire on his brother, the educator Khaled Muthanna, resulting in the latter's immediate death.</p>
<p>Sources further reported that the perpetrator, upon realizing the gravity of his actions and seeing his brother bleeding, was overcome by shock and despair, leading him to take his own life at the scene.</p>
<p>The incident has cast a pall of grief and astonishment over the residents of the area, who are reeling from the shocking event that claimed the lives of both siblings simultaneously due to a domestic disagreement.</p>
<p>Homicides have reportedly increased daily and unprecedentedly in the capital, Sanaa, and areas under Houthi militia control, amidst difficult living conditions faced by residents due to years of Houthi appropriation of salaries.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:45:07 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Attack in Aden Kills Syrian Doctor, Wife, and Soldier; Conflicting Reports Emerge on Assailant's Fate]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A Syrian soldier, a doctor and his wife were killed, and several citizens and security personnel were injured, in an armed attack in Aden's Al-Mansoura district on Thursday evening.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A Syrian soldier, a doctor and his wife were killed, and several citizens and security personnel were injured, in an armed attack in Aden's Al-Mansoura district on Thursday evening.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that a guard accompanying the governor of Aden indiscriminately opened fire on a force tasked with securing the residence of the Minister of State and Governor of the capital, Abdulrahman Sheikh. The incident resulted in the immediate death of soldier Ahmed Al-Battani and injuries to several of his colleagues.</p>
<p>According to the sources, the intense gunfire also led to the deaths of Syrian doctor Sameh Ahmed Ahsan and his wife, a doctor, who happened to be passing by the vicinity of the incident when it erupted. The attack's scope extended to include other casualties among security forces present at the scene, including a severe injury to a guard at the Sahaba Mosque, who was taken to intensive care. Several members of the Darain police and forces guarding facilities and national security were also wounded. Security agencies imposed a tight cordon around the area.</p>
<p>The Aden Security Directorate stated that security forces immediately initiated pursuit and tracking operations for the suspect. They subsequently managed to confront and neutralize the individual after surrounding his location, resulting in his death at the scene. One national security soldier was injured during the operation. Conversely, the official page of the local authority for Aden Governorate presented a conflicting account, asserting that the assailant had escaped.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:04:43 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Militiamen Storm Home, Assault Citizen in Ibb]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Houthi militiamen forcibly entered a citizen's home in Ibb province, assaulting and abducting him after expelling his family. The incident occurred in the village of Tanbah, Bani Omar district, Ibb governorate.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Houthi militiamen forcibly entered a citizen's home in Ibb province, assaulting and abducting him after expelling his family. The incident occurred in the village of Tanbah, Bani Omar district, Ibb governorate.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that a group led by a figure identified as "Thul-Fiqar Al-Ayan," allegedly posing as a Houthi security supervisor, surrounded the home of Hilal Al-Barashi overnight. As Al-Barashi attempted to start his vehicle in the morning, armed individuals opened fire, forcing him to seek refuge in a neighbor's house.</p>
<p>Following Al-Barashi's escape, the Houthi elements raided his residence, forcefully removing women and children at gunpoint before sealing the property. They then pursued Al-Barashi to his neighbor's home, where they subjected him to a severe beating before abducting him. He was reportedly taken to the residence of Mohammed Ali Saleh Al-Ayan and later released.</p>
<p>Sources indicate that the assault stemmed from a family dispute. The opposing party allegedly bribed Al-Ayan, the Houthi supervisor, to use his security influence and weaponry to intimidate and settle personal scores against Al-Barashi.</p>
<p>Recent times have seen an escalation in violations and grave assaults by Houthi militia supervisors against citizens in Ibb province. The militia's security and military positions have reportedly been exploited for extortion, settling personal grievances, and illicit financial gains, with a notable absence of legal protections for civilians against such abuses.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:15:12 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Extortion Chokes Ibb's Tourism Season]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The governorate of Ibb, in central Yemen, known for its picturesque mountain terraces and flowing waterfalls, is facing its summer season under a suffocating cloud of systematic corruption and extortion orchestrated by the Houthi militia. What was historically a premier tourist destination is now a...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>The governorate of Ibb, in central Yemen, known for its picturesque mountain terraces and flowing waterfalls, is facing its summer season under a suffocating cloud of systematic corruption and extortion orchestrated by the Houthi militia. What was historically a premier tourist destination is now a lucrative revenue stream for the militia, funding its activities and enriching its leaders.</b></p>
<p>The Houthi-controlled Tourism Office in Ibb, headed by Ghannam Ausaj, operates as a private enterprise rather than a state institution. Ausaj, appointed by the militia despite lacking any relevant qualifications, has transformed the office into a family-run operation. Key positions and inspection teams are distributed among his relatives and loyalists, ensuring absolute control over the financial flows within the tourism sector without any oversight.</p>
<p>As visitors flock to the governorate each summer, the Houthi Tourism Office launches aggressive campaigns under the guise of quality control, work permits, and health inspections. The true objective is to impose exorbitant and illegal fees on all tourism facilities, including hotels, resorts, and amusement parks. These facilities are subjected to daily pressure and threats of closure if they fail to comply with the arbitrarily determined payments, jeopardizing their ability to operate and offer affordable services.</p>
<p>The Houthi's extortionate practices extend beyond established businesses to natural landscapes. Famous mountain viewpoints, scenic overlooks, and entrances to popular tourist sites like Al-Mashna waterfall and Ba'dan have been converted into unofficial checkpoints. Visitors are forced to pay illegal entry fees simply to pass through or enjoy the natural scenery, sparking widespread discontent among locals and tourists alike.</p>
<p>Travel and transport agencies are also targeted. The militia imposes stringent and complex bureaucratic requirements, coupled with demands for monthly payments under the pretexts of supporting the war effort or renewing licenses at exorbitant prices. This has disrupted internal travel, inflated ticket prices, and further isolated the governorate from a tourism perspective.</p>
<p>The substantial revenue generated from these illicit activities is not reinvested in the governorate's infrastructure or services. Instead, it directly funds the Houthi militia's sectarian events and imported annual occasions, aimed at mobilizing fighters and propagating foreign ideologies. A significant portion is also channeled into the personal bank accounts of Ghannam Ausaj and his close associates, with further millions reportedly sent to Houthi leadership in Sana'a.</p>
<p>This systematic exploitation has devastated Ibb's investment climate. Numerous small and medium-sized tourism projects have closed, and investors have either frozen their operations or moved their capital out of Houthi-controlled territories. This has resulted in the loss of thousands of jobs for local youth and a significant decline in the living standards of a population heavily reliant on the summer tourist season for income.</p>
<p>The Houthi militia and its corrupt agents in Ibb are intent on ruining the summer season for Yemenis, transforming Ibb, the nation's green lung and tourist capital, into a hub for organized looting and oppression. The actions of Ghannam Ausaj and his network exemplify the Houthi project's true nature: viewing the country's resources and natural beauty solely as spoils of war for personal enrichment, perpetuating conflict at the expense of citizens' livelihoods and future generations, all amidst a climate of complicity that emboldens further destruction.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:25:08 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[UN Reports 73 Staff Detained by Houthis, Demands Immediate Release]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The United Nations announced on Wednesday that 73 of its staff members remain arbitrarily detained by the Houthi group in Yemen, two years after a wave of arrests targeting dozens of personnel from the UN, relief organizations, and civil society. The organization reiterated its demand for the immedi...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>The United Nations announced on Wednesday that 73 of its staff members remain arbitrarily detained by the Houthi group in Yemen, two years after a wave of arrests targeting dozens of personnel from the UN, relief organizations, and civil society. The organization reiterated its demand for the immediate and unconditional release of all detainees.</b></p>
<p>Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, stated that the Secretary-General "reiterates his condemnation of the detention of UN staff, humanitarian workers, civil society personnel, and diplomatic staff by Houthi authorities," including arrest campaigns observed in 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025.</p>
<p>The statement highlighted that one UN staff member died while in detention, and several detainees are being held in complete isolation, denied contact with their families or the outside world. These practices are considered a clear violation of international law.</p>
<p>The UN emphasized that the continued detention of its staff has caused significant suffering to their families and has directly impacted the organization's and its partners' ability to implement humanitarian and development programs and deliver aid to millions of Yemenis in need across the country.</p>
<p>The statement clarified that UN staff, including Yemeni nationals, are entitled to immunity from legal proceedings related to their official duties. It called for respect for these immunities and relevant international obligations.</p>
<p>The UN Secretary-General reaffirmed the importance of continued dialogue and communication with Houthi authorities to secure the release of detainees and resume humanitarian and development activities, stressing that humanitarian workers "should never be targeted or detained for carrying out their work."</p>
<p>The international organization affirmed its commitment to utilizing all available means to ensure the immediate and safe release of its detained staff, reiterating its dedication to continuing support for the Yemeni people and their efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:35:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Yemen: Defending Government Failure Constitutes a Crime]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[In the current Yemeni political landscape, the lines between justifiable shortcomings and disguised administrative betrayal have blurred, revealing a phenomenon more devastating than war itself: the defense of the legitimacy system's failures in liberated governorates and the attempt to present this...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>In the current Yemeni political landscape, the lines between justifiable shortcomings and disguised administrative betrayal have blurred, revealing a phenomenon more devastating than war itself: the defense of the legitimacy system's failures in liberated governorates and the attempt to present this shameful decline in services and living conditions as an inescapable fate.</b></p>
<p>This desperate defense is not merely a political misstep; it is a fully-fledged national and moral crime committed in cold blood against a people whose strength has been depleted, leaving them with only their suffering.</p>
<p>Observing the streets of Aden, Taiz, and the coasts of Hadhramaut reveals that the tragedy is no longer accidental. Citizens enduring the scorching summer heat without electricity, struggling to find a drinkable water supply, and watching their savings and hard work vanish with every wild jump in the exchange rate, do not need eloquent speeches or vague justifications blaming resource scarcity or halted oil exports. Nations are not governed by excuses, nor are states managed by appeals for aid. A true leader finds solutions amidst ruin and shares hardship with their people, rather than managing vital crises from warm capital city salons via screens and virtual communications.</p>
<p>What is most nauseating in this scenario are the voices and platforms attempting to disguise failure as wisdom and strategic patience, demanding that the victim thank their executioner simply for bearing the mantle of legitimacy. What legitimacy is this that cannot control the currency speculation market? What legitimacy allows entire cities to remain in darkness while influence swells and allocations for cronies and partisan/regional quotas multiply?</p>
<p>The excuse of internal disputes within the Presidential Leadership Council or the government led by Shaye Al-Zindani is no longer acceptable. The struggle for influence and revenue in closed rooms, while citizens fight for survival, represents the height of subservience and moral bankruptcy.</p>
<p>Defending this failure is not protecting state institutions, as alarmists claim, but rather legitimizing continued chaos and granting an open pardon to the corruption system to continue devouring what remains of the nation's lifeblood. True allegiance to legitimacy is not through worshipping its figures and justifying their sins, but by courageously rectifying its glaring flaws with free pens and enlightened public pressure to cleanse it of profiteers and war merchants.</p>
<p>The Yemeni people have had their fill of promises and are tired of the temporary relief aid that dissipates like embers without real structural reform to the energy and revenue sectors. History, which spares no one, is recording today with disgrace all those who justified this people's suffering. The curse of darkened cities and the tears of mothers unable to afford medicine for their children will haunt every pen that sold out, compromised, or beautified ugliness.</p>
<p>It is time for this system to realize that those who are incapable of serving and protecting their people from the ravages of hunger and disease have no option but to step down and leave. Yemen is great in its people, and it will not lack capable and loyal men who can lift it from this dark administrative swamp.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:54:07 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tribal Sheikh Killed in Armed Attack in Taiz Province]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Tribal Sheikh Majed Saeed Far' Al-Za'za'i was killed on Tuesday evening after being shot by unknown assailants in the Al-Za'za'i district of Taiz province, a violent incident that has generated significant local concern and dismay.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Tribal Sheikh Majed Saeed Far' Al-Za'za'i was killed on Tuesday evening after being shot by unknown assailants in the Al-Za'za'i district of Taiz province, a violent incident that has generated significant local concern and dismay.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that unidentified gunmen directly opened fire on Sheikh Al-Za'za'i, resulting in his death at the scene. The perpetrators reportedly fled the area immediately after the attack to an unknown location.</p>
<p>Following the incident, security forces and local residents converged on the site. Authorities have initiated preliminary investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the crime and identify those responsible.</p>
<p>The attack has led to a state of cautious tension within the district, with widespread calls from residents and community leaders for the swift apprehension and prosecution of the perpetrators.</p>
<p>Community members have urged local authorities and security agencies to intensify their efforts to uncover the details of this crime and implement necessary measures to maintain security and stability, thereby preventing the recurrence of such incidents.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:04:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Bani Matar Tribes Accuse Houthi Officials of Seizing Farmland]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Residents and tribal members from the Bani Matar district, west of Sana'a, have accused influential Houthi militia leaders and officials from the General Authority for Land and Property of orchestrating a systematic confiscation of vast tracts of their private agricultural land and real estate. The...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Residents and tribal members from the Bani Matar district, west of Sana'a, have accused influential Houthi militia leaders and officials from the General Authority for Land and Property of orchestrating a systematic confiscation of vast tracts of their private agricultural land and real estate. The seizures are reportedly being carried out under the guise of "urban planning schemes and newly established road networks."</b></p>
<p>Sources from the Ja'adab sub-district in Bani Matar reported that influential figures within the General Authority for Land, Survey, and Urban Planning, in coordination with officials from the Public Works and Roads Office in Sana'a Governorate, are imposing what they described as "illegal and illegitimate" engineering plans. These plans aim to expropriate approximately 75,737 agricultural dunams of private and historical landholdings.</p>
<p>The affected residents stated in circulated complaints that the targeted lands are private properties passed down through generations, supported by centuries-old legal documentation. They emphasized that these lands do not belong to the state or the endowments sector and represent the sole source of income for hundreds of families in the region.</p>
<p>They further indicated that technical committees have deliberately drawn unjustified routes and curves through farmlands, with the stated objective of seizing the largest possible area of agricultural land under the pretext of public interest and organization. However, the residents claim the true intention is to allocate these lands for investment projects associated with leaders of the Houthi movement.</p>
<p>These accusations arise amid widespread land confiscation campaigns affecting citizens' properties and farms in various Sana'a districts, including Hamdan, Sanhan, and Bani Hushaysh. Thousands of dunams have been fenced off and seized under various pretexts, such as "armed forces land" or "master plans." This situation has intensified tribal anger and resentment due to the encroachment on private property and the destruction of residents' livelihoods.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:15:09 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Aden Protests Disrupt Traffic Amid Escalating Power Crisis and Heatwave]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Protesters in Aden, Yemen's temporary capital, renewed demonstrations on Wednesday, blocking key roads to the Crater district and setting tires ablaze to protest prolonged electricity outages and deteriorating basic services. The actions led to significant traffic disruptions across several areas.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Protesters in Aden, Yemen's temporary capital, renewed demonstrations on Wednesday, blocking key roads to the Crater district and setting tires ablaze to protest prolonged electricity outages and deteriorating basic services. The actions led to significant traffic disruptions across several areas.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that demonstrators obstructed access routes to Crater using barriers and burning tires, expressing their anger over the persistent electricity crisis. This situation has worsened amid rising temperatures, which have reached approximately 40 degrees Celsius.</p>
<p>The protests occur as several districts in Aden experience near-daily public unrest. Electricity outages now exceed 11 continuous hours, with only about two hours of supply, intensifying the hardship for residents in the coastal city.</p>
<p>Aden has grappled with a chronic electricity crisis for years, typically exacerbated during the summer months due to fuel shortages for power generation plants and a lack of sustainable solutions, compounded by a severe economic crisis facing the Yemeni government.</p>
<p>In the past two days, hundreds of residents have participated in nightly demonstrations demanding improvements in electricity and public services. Some families have been forced to spend nights outdoors or in open spaces to escape the extreme heat within their homes during power outages, reflecting growing public discontent over the deteriorating living and service conditions in the city.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:26:04 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Violent Tribal Clashes Erupt in Yemen's Al Jawf Governorate]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Heavy gunfire and clashes involving various weapons erupted Tuesday evening between tribal fighters from the Al-Soufah and Al-Shamaleel tribes in the Al-Matoun district of Yemen's Al Jawf governorate, a region under Houthi militia control.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Heavy gunfire and clashes involving various weapons erupted Tuesday evening between tribal fighters from the Al-Soufah and Al-Shamaleel tribes in the Al-Matoun district of Yemen's Al Jawf governorate, a region under Houthi militia control.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that the confrontations began due to severe disputes over land ownership in the area. Both sides are reportedly employing light and medium weaponry, including rocket-propelled grenades, amid an atmosphere of intense tension pervading the district.</p>
<p>The sources confirmed that these ongoing clashes are occurring in the complete absence of security forces affiliated with the Houthi militia. This situation has prompted tribal elders and social figures to intervene, initiating local mediation efforts between the warring factions. Their aim is to broker a truce to halt the bloodshed and contain the situation before the conflict escalates further.</p>
<p>The Al Jawf governorate periodically experiences tribal conflicts and disputes. Accusations are frequently leveled against Houthi militia supervisors for allegedly fueling these conflicts and exacerbating inter-tribal disagreements to weaken the tribes and facilitate their control over the region.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:33:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Citizen Critically Injured in Houthi Attack in Rada']]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A citizen sustained critical injuries after being assaulted and robbed by Houthi elements in the city of Rada' in Al-Bayda Governorate, an area under Houthi militia control. The incident highlights a significant and alarming rise in crime rates and a pervasive state of insecurity within the city.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A citizen sustained critical injuries after being assaulted and robbed by Houthi elements in the city of Rada' in Al-Bayda Governorate, an area under Houthi militia control. The incident highlights a significant and alarming rise in crime rates and a pervasive state of insecurity within the city.</b></p>
<p>Local sources reported that three Houthi elements intercepted the citizen, identified as Majed Bakari, on the main road near the Al-Sunnah Mosque and in front of Al-Khansa School in Rada'. The assailants attacked Bakari, stabbing him in the back, and then fired live ammunition at him to prevent any resistance.</p>
<p>The perpetrators proceeded to rob the victim, forcibly taking his money and mobile phone after shooting him, before fleeing the scene. Bakari was transported to a local hospital, where medical staff described his condition as extremely critical.</p>
<p>This heinous crime underscores the alarming security deterioration in Rada' and other districts of Al-Bayda Governorate since the Houthi militia seized control. There has been a noticeable surge in armed robbery, murder, and roadside ambushes targeting citizens in public streets, with no decisive action taken to deter the perpetrators.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:44:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Reconnaissance Operative Killed in Al Dhale'e Front]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A reconnaissance operative belonging to the Houthi militia was killed by forces of the Al Dhale'e axis in the Merys front, north of the governorate.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A reconnaissance operative belonging to the Houthi militia was killed by forces of the Al Dhale'e axis in the Merys front, north of the governorate.</b></p>
<p>A military source stated that the operation followed precise monitoring and tracking of the Houthi operative's movements as he attempted to infiltrate towards the forward positions of the forces in the Al-Qahra sector, north of the Merys front.</p>
<p>The source added that personnel of the Al Dhale'e axis stationed in the sector successfully engaged the infiltrator, inflicting a direct hit that resulted in his death. His body was subsequently recovered and transported to the mortuary of the field hospital in Snah.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Red Sea Ports Authority Denies Sanctioned Ship Docked in Mokha Port]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The Red Sea Ports Corporation has refuted circulating reports claiming that the commercial vessel "GAZ GMS," recently subjected to U.S. sanctions, docked and unloaded cargo at the Mokha port. The corporation characterized these reports as "allegations not based on any factual information."
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>The Red Sea Ports Corporation has refuted circulating reports claiming that the commercial vessel "GAZ GMS," recently subjected to U.S. sanctions, docked and unloaded cargo at the Mokha port. The corporation characterized these reports as "allegations not based on any factual information."</b></p>
<p>In a press release, the corporation stated that the information disseminated regarding the docking and unloading of the "GAZ GMS" is misleading and entirely false. It emphasized that the port operates in accordance with the prevailing laws and regulations of the Republic of Yemen, and that maritime traffic within the port is subject to continuous and transparent monitoring.</p>
<p>The corporation clarified that the records of the Mokha port and its accredited monitoring systems conclusively prove that the aforementioned vessel did not enter the port. It stressed its full commitment to international legal standards and regulations governing maritime navigation.</p>
<p>The corporation affirmed that the administration of Mokha port adheres to stringent inspection and oversight procedures for all arriving vessels, and does not permit the reception or provision of any services to vessels or commercial networks subject to international sanctions, including transit services.</p>
<p>The corporation urged media outlets and news platforms to exercise accuracy and credibility when reporting on matters concerning Yemeni ports. It advised them to rely on official sources from the Ministry of Transport and port management to obtain correct information, thereby contributing to the protection of the reputation of Yemeni ports and fostering international confidence in the country's maritime transport sector.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:06:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Rights Group Demands Release of Detained Sheikh, Others in Yemen]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A human rights organization has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating health of Sheikh Shaif Jaber Al-Masoudi, a tribal elder from Al-Quraishiyah district in Al-Bayda governorate, who has been detained by Houthi militia authorities in Sana'a for over a year. The organization, "Eye for Human...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A human rights organization has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating health of Sheikh Shaif Jaber Al-Masoudi, a tribal elder from Al-Quraishiyah district in Al-Bayda governorate, who has been detained by Houthi militia authorities in Sana'a for over a year. The organization, "Eye for Human Rights," also called for the immediate release of approximately 35 other individuals from the Al-Masoud tribe held in the same facility.</b></p>
<p>In a statement released on Monday, "Eye for Human Rights" highlighted that Sheikh Al-Masoudi is suffering from critical health complications due to chronic illnesses. The statement asserted that he has lost vision in one eye as a result of being denied specialized medical care and deliberate neglect. Furthermore, he has been prevented from communicating with his family or meeting with his lawyer, which the organization deems a flagrant violation of international covenants and agreements concerning the treatment of prisoners.</p>
<p>The organization also drew attention to the detention of around 35 civilians from the Al-Masoud tribe in the same prison for over eighteen months. This detention has occurred amidst complete secrecy and a total lack of transparency regarding their legal status. These individuals have been denied their fundamental rights to defense or to be brought before independent judicial bodies to assess the legality of their detention.</p>
<p>"Eye for Human Rights" emphasized in its statement that the right to physical integrity and personal security, opposition to arbitrary detention, and the provision of full medical care are inherent rights guaranteed by international human rights law, particularly the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.</p>
<p>The organization demanded the immediate and unconditional release of Sheikh Shaif Jaber Al-Masoudi on health and humanitarian grounds, or alternatively, that he be granted access to fair and transparent legal proceedings. It also called for urgent and specialized medical care for Sheikh Al-Masoudi, allowing an independent medical committee to examine and assess his condition immediately. Additionally, it urged the guarantee of the rights of all detainees from the Al-Masoud tribe to communicate with their relatives and to facilitate visits from their lawyers without restrictions.</p>
<p>In conclusion, "Eye for Human Rights" issued an urgent appeal to the office of the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy to Yemen, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, and the International Committee of the Red Cross, urging their immediate intervention to activate monitoring mechanisms in prisons and ensure the safety of detainees. The organization reminded all parties to the conflict that any harm to the physical and health integrity of detainees constitutes a grave violation subject to international legal accountability, which does not expire with time.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:17:07 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Aden Protests Escalate Amid Power Crisis; One Injured]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A young man sustained a severe head injury from live ammunition fired by security forces during escalating protests in Aden, Yemen's temporary capital, for the second consecutive day. The demonstrations, fueled by the collapse of electricity services and deteriorating basic utilities, have expanded...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A young man sustained a severe head injury from live ammunition fired by security forces during escalating protests in Aden, Yemen's temporary capital, for the second consecutive day. The demonstrations, fueled by the collapse of electricity services and deteriorating basic utilities, have expanded to encompass areas near the government headquarters and Aden International Airport.</b></p>
<p>Local sources identified the injured individual as Nassim Abdullah Ali, a resident of the Al-Bustan neighborhood. He was reportedly shot in the head while participating in a protest at the "Joulat Al-Safina" roundabout in the Dar Saad district. He was immediately transported to a nearby hospital and is currently in critical condition in intensive care.</p>
<p>The intensity of public anger visibly increased throughout Monday, with dozens of citizens converging in a large demonstration outside the gates of the Ma'ashiq Palace, the seat of the Yemeni government. Protesters chanted slogans demanding the dismissal of officials and an end to the suffering of residents in the coastal city, which is enduring a stifling summer due to prolonged and frequent power outages.</p>
<p>Demonstrators emphasized that the failure of the power system has exacerbated the already unbearable living and health burdens on the population. Reports indicate that protesters attempted to block the main roads leading to Aden International Airport in the Khormaksar district, aiming to disrupt movement and pressure authorities to immediately address their demands, including the provision of fuel for power generation stations.</p>
<p>The temporary capital, Aden, and several other governorates are experiencing a widening wave of protests as residents take to the streets. The demonstrations condemn the deteriorating electricity service, with outage periods now exceeding 20 hours per day compared to only two hours of operation, a situation made more critical by the intense heatwave gripping the country during the summer season.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:34:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Two Killed in Tribal Dispute in Dhamar's Al-Hada District]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Two citizens were killed by tribal gunmen in the Al-Hada district of Dhamar Governorate, an area under the control of the Houthi militia, amidst a notable escalation of blood feuds and tribal conflicts.
Tribal sources reported that Ali Yahya Saad Hashil, a resident of the village of Bani Issa, and h...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Two citizens were killed by tribal gunmen in the Al-Hada district of Dhamar Governorate, an area under the control of the Houthi militia, amidst a notable escalation of blood feuds and tribal conflicts.</b></p>
<p>Tribal sources reported that Ali Yahya Saad Hashil, a resident of the village of Bani Issa, and his farm worker, who hailed from the Mahwit Governorate, were fatally shot. The assailants reportedly belonged to the Al-Rashda village within the same district.</p>
<p>The ongoing conflict and retaliatory wars between the Bani Issa and Al-Rashda villages have resulted in approximately 40 fatalities over the past few years. There are increasing accusations that the local authorities and security agencies affiliated with the Houthi militia have remained silent and have deliberately failed to implement decisive solutions to end this escalating tribal dispute.</p>
<p>These same sources confirmed that since the Houthi militia, Iran's proxy in Yemen, took control, the Al-Hada district has witnessed a frightening surge in the intensity of tribal wars and conflicts. Old feuds that were previously settled have reportedly resurfaced. Houthi elements and supervisors are said to be covertly managing this issue to inflame divisions and weaken tribal influence.</p>
<p>According to a recent tribal statistic, revenge killings in the Al-Hada district alone have resulted in approximately 400 deaths and over 2,000 injuries in the past five years. The statistics indicate that the Houthi militia has not resolved a single tribal revenge case, with the few settlements achieved being the result of self-initiated efforts and the endeavors of tribal elders.</p>
<p>Observers suggest that the militia is exploiting the state of "neither peace nor war" to fragment and tear apart the social fabric of the Al-Hada tribes. The unity and cohesion of these tribes pose a real threat to the militia's agenda, compelling them to sow discord and division to tighten their sectarian grip on the Al-Hada district and facilitate its control.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA["Jerusalem Post" Report: Militant Faction Mergers Signal Restructuring of Iranian Influence in Iraq]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A recent report by the Israeli newspaper "The Jerusalem Post" suggests that recent announcements by prominent Iraqi factions regarding the handover of their weapons to the state may not indicate a decline in Iranian influence within Iraq, but rather a new phase of reorganizing and consolidating this...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A recent report by the Israeli newspaper "The Jerusalem Post" suggests that recent announcements by prominent Iraqi factions regarding the handover of their weapons to the state may not indicate a decline in Iranian influence within Iraq, but rather a new phase of reorganizing and consolidating this influence through state institutions.</b></p>
<p>The report highlights that key factions making such declarations include Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, led by Qais al-Khazali, and the Imam Ali Brigades, led by Shibl al-Zaidi. Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq announced the formation of a committee to oversee the weapon handover and inventory its arms, while the Imam Ali Brigades stated their decision was motivated by "national responsibility," strengthening national unity, and preserving the gains of victory.</p>
<p>U.S. Special Envoy for Syria and Iraq, Tom Barancik, welcomed these developments, viewing them as a step towards consolidating Iraqi sovereignty and re-establishing state monopoly over arms. He praised the factions' decision to return weapons to state institutions as foundational for stability and systemic reconstruction.</p>
<p>These movements follow Muqtada al-Sadr's recent announcement of integrating the armed capabilities of Saraya al-Salam into the Iraqi armed forces, a move observers interpreted as a potential shift in the security and political landscape. However, the report posits that an optimistic interpretation of these events overlooks the complexities of the Iraqi situation, suggesting a potential repositioning within the pro-Iranian camp rather than a withdrawal.</p>
<p>The report specifically focuses on the influence of the head of the Iraqi Supreme Judicial Council, Faeq Zidan, describing him as a pivotal figure in political decision-making despite limited international visibility. Citing reports and studies, it asserts that Zidan has played a crucial role since 2018 in determining the trajectory of Iraqi government formations, with any prime ministerial candidate needing his approval or intervention to advance. The report also notes that U.S. Envoy Tom Barancik's visit to Zidan occurred amidst U.S. efforts to prevent the return of former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki to power, with American pressure, including threats of financial measures related to Iraq's banking system, contributing to the reshaping of political balances.</p>
<p>The report draws on a 2023 study by the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point, which indicated Zidan's decisive role during the post-2021 election government formation crisis. The study suggests that rulings from the Federal Supreme Court altered government formation mechanisms and raised the required majority threshold, hindering the formation of a government that excluded Iran-aligned factions and subsequently aiding the return of Tehran-aligned forces to the political scene, culminating in the formation of Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani's government in October 2022.</p>
<p>According to the study, Zidan maintained close ties with figures associated with Iran's Quds Force, and his influence within the judiciary was reportedly supported by the late commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, whom Zidan described as the "protector of the Shiite project." Despite these connections, the report argues that political disputes in Iraq reflect genuine competition for influence among various networks within the Iran-aligned camp, including rivalries between Qais al-Khazali's supporters and Nouri al-Maliki's network.</p>
<p>The report concludes that the announced integration of factional forces into state institutions may be part of a strategy to solidify political influence and mitigate external pressures, particularly in light of U.S. threats of economic and financial measures against Baghdad. The developments, in its view, do not signal a weakening of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps' grip on Iraq or a complete triumph of national sovereignty, but rather a more intricate restructuring of power dynamics within the political and security framework established in recent years.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:56:07 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Angry Protests Disrupt Mukalla Streets Amidst Rising Public Discontent Over Service Deterioration]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Angry public protests, marked by the blocking of key roads and the burning of tires, have paralyzed streets in Mukalla, reflecting growing public anger over deteriorating basic services and worsening living conditions.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>Angry public protests, marked by the blocking of key roads and the burning of tires, have paralyzed streets in Mukalla, reflecting growing public anger over deteriorating basic services and worsening living conditions.</b></p>
<p>These demonstrations come at a time when the province, like many other regions, faces increasing economic and service challenges. Widespread objections have been raised against recent price hikes and government policies, which citizens hold responsible for exacerbating their daily hardships.</p>
<p>Local sources reported that protesters intentionally closed several main roads and set tires ablaze in various parts of the city, causing significant traffic disruption during the early morning hours. Demonstrators presented demands for improvements in public services, particularly electricity and water, alongside urgent measures to curb economic decline and rising prices.</p>
<p>Citizens emphasized that the continued decline in essential services has become an additional burden on their daily lives, amidst difficult living conditions and a persistent increase in the prices of basic goods and necessities. Protesters believe that the accumulated service and economic crises necessitate swift and radical solutions, warning that the current situation portends further public unrest and the expansion of protests.</p>
<p>Recent price increases have emerged as a prominent catalyst for public anger, with citizens viewing recent economic decisions as contributing to increased financial burdens on families, especially as purchasing power diminishes and economic suffering widens.</p>
<p>Protesters are urging relevant authorities to review economic policies and implement measures that mitigate the impact of the crisis on citizens, ensuring the provision of essential services and the improvement of living standards. Meanwhile, calls are mounting for local and governmental authorities to heed citizens' demands and address them urgently to prevent further escalation.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:06:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Wife Appeals for UN Staffer Held by Houthis for Two Years Amid Health Decline]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The wife of a United Nations envoy's office staff member, Sami Lotfi Al-Kalabi, has renewed her appeals for the release of her husband, who has been held captive by Houthi militias in Sanaa for two full years, citing a severe decline in his health.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>The wife of a United Nations envoy's office staff member, Sami Lotfi Al-Kalabi, has renewed her appeals for the release of her husband, who has been held captive by Houthi militias in Sanaa for two full years, citing a severe decline in his health.</b></p>
<p>Huda Al-Ra'di stated that her husband has spent 730 days in detention, enduring immense psychological distress for the family, marked by constant worry and uncertainty about his fate.</p>
<p>She detailed the serious health deterioration her husband has suffered during his captivity. He developed trigeminal neuralgia, a condition affecting the facial nerves, and was later diagnosed with Crohn's disease, an autoimmune disorder impacting the digestive system. His condition further worsened, leading to acute kidney complications that necessitated hospitalization and several days in intensive care.</p>
<p>Al-Kalabi's wife emphasized that the right to healthcare is a fundamental right guaranteed by international laws and cannot be compromised under any circumstances. She asserted that her appeal is purely humanitarian, aimed at ending her family's suffering and clarifying her husband's fate.</p>
<p>Al-Ra'di urged all parties and entities capable of intervention to take swift action to resolve this humanitarian issue, secure her husband's release, and reunite him with his family. Sami Al-Kalabi was reportedly abducted by Houthi militias as part of a wide-ranging campaign that targeted numerous UN personnel and staff from international and local organizations.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:40:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Aden: Angry Protests Erupt, Roads Blocked Over Collapse of Electricity System]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Angry protests erupted on Sunday evening in the districts of Al-Mualla and Al-Mansoura in Yemen’s temporary capital, Aden, in response to the unprecedented deterioration of electricity services and the sharp increase in power outages, which have reached record levels.Eyewitnesses reported that enrag...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Angry protests erupted on Sunday evening in the districts of Al-Mualla and Al-Mansoura in Yemen’s temporary capital, Aden, in response to the unprecedented deterioration of electricity services and the sharp increase in power outages, which have reached record levels.</p><p>Eyewitnesses reported that enraged protesters blocked major roads and burned used tires in both districts, temporarily disrupting traffic. Demonstrators chanted slogans demanding that the Presidential Leadership Council, the government, and the Arab Coalition implement urgent and comprehensive solutions to the worsening crisis.</p><p>The escalation in public protests came after electricity outages reached 11 consecutive hours per day, compared to only two hours of service, further exacerbating the already unbearable hardships faced by residents.</p><p>The protests coincided with an intense heatwave and exceptionally high humidity levels across the coastal governorate of Aden, turning homes into what residents described as “ovens” and worsening suffering, particularly among the elderly, children, and those with medical conditions.</p><p>The electricity sector in Aden has long experienced recurring deterioration with the onset of each summer season. Citizens and labor unions have repeatedly called on the relevant authorities to ensure adequate fuel supplies for power-generation stations and carry out essential maintenance work as a minimum measure to alleviate the growing hardships endured by the population.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:56:48 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Rights Group Launches Campaign for Release of Detained Aid Workers]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A new advocacy campaign, "Outside Justice," has been launched by the PASS Foundation for Sustainable Communities to demand the release of local and international organization staff detained by Houthi militias. The campaign coincides with the second anniversary of their detention in areas controlled...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>A new advocacy campaign, "Outside Justice," has been launched by the PASS Foundation for Sustainable Communities to demand the release of local and international organization staff detained by Houthi militias. The campaign coincides with the second anniversary of their detention in areas controlled by the group.</b></p>
<p>The foundation stated that the detainees are being denied basic legal guarantees and constitutional rights afforded by Yemeni law and international conventions. It highlighted that their continued detention without fair and transparent legal proceedings, and the prevention of contact with their families and lawyers, constitutes a grave violation of the Yemeni constitution, national legislation, and international standards for the protection of rights and freedoms.</p>
<p>The statement further detailed the severe humanitarian, psychological, and economic suffering endured by the detainees and their families over the past two years. This suffering stems from arbitrary detention, mistreatment, and the enforced disappearance of some individuals, compounded by media campaigns aimed at defaming them and their families through accusations unsubstantiated by fair and public judicial processes.</p>
<p>The foundation emphasized its rejection of what it described as the "political and media exploitation" of the detainees' situation or their use as bargaining chips in conflict contexts, asserting that such actions contravene the principles of humanitarian and civil work neutrality and violate the dignity of those engaged in it.</p>
<p>The foundation particularly stressed that the continued detention of women working in humanitarian and civil fields represents a compounded violation of national laws and international conventions, in addition to contradicting Yemeni social norms and values.</p>
<p>The PASS Foundation called for the immediate and unconditional release of all detained organization staff, disclosure of the fate of those forcibly disappeared, cessation of any arbitrary trials or proceedings against them, enabling them to communicate with their families and lawyers, and an end to defamation and incitement campaigns targeting them.</p>
<p>The foundation reiterated its appeal to community forces, tribal and social leaders, human rights advocates, media professionals, and civil society organizations to show solidarity with the cause, work towards protecting humanitarian and civil work from targeting and politicization, and safeguard the dignity of all those involved.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:51:06 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Yemeni Refugee Found Deceased in South Korean Home]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[South Korean authorities have confirmed the discovery of a deceased Yemeni national, identified as Muadh Abdulqahir Nu'man Al-Hakimi, aged 41, at his residence in the city of Danyang, Chungcheong Province. His body was subsequently transferred to a hospital for necessary procedures.
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>South Korean authorities have confirmed the discovery of a deceased Yemeni national, identified as Muadh Abdulqahir Nu'man Al-Hakimi, aged 41, at his residence in the city of Danyang, Chungcheong Province. His body was subsequently transferred to a hospital for necessary procedures.</b></p>
<p>Officials have initiated contact with the deceased's family in Yemen to discuss arrangements for the repatriation of his remains or to finalize burial plans in South Korea, based on the family's wishes.</p>
<p>A Yemeni source residing in South Korea indicated that Al-Hakimi had been living in the country as a refugee for approximately two years. His death reportedly occurred on the same day he was scheduled to renew his official residency permit.</p>
<p>The source further stated that Al-Hakimi's wife and children remain in Yemen. The Yemeni expatriate community in South Korea has expressed deep sorrow over his passing, extending condolences to his family and relatives.</p>
<p>No official details regarding the cause of death have been released. South Korean authorities are continuing their investigations and following standard protocols for such cases.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:02:05 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[UN Security Council Urges Release of Detainees Amid Yemen Crisis]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The UN Security Council has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Yemen, emphasizing that over 22.3 million people require urgent assistance and aid. Council members issued a statement highlighting that the crisis remains among the world's most severe, stressing th...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><b>The UN Security Council has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Yemen, emphasizing that over 22.3 million people require urgent assistance and aid. Council members issued a statement highlighting that the crisis remains among the world's most severe, stressing the critical need for unimpeded humanitarian access and the protection of aid workers.</b></p>
<p>The Council reiterated its condemnation of the Houthi militia's continued detention of United Nations personnel, along with staff from local and international non-governmental organizations, civil society groups, and diplomatic missions. Members voiced significant alarm regarding the well-being and safety of those held captive.</p>
<p>The statement noted that several detainees have been held since 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025, and demanded the immediate, safe, and unconditional release of all detainees, including 73 UN staff members.</p>
<p>Council members affirmed that targeting humanitarian workers and obstructing their operations are unacceptable practices. They warned that the continuation of such actions exacerbates the suffering of the population and undermines efforts to address the escalating humanitarian needs across the country.</p>
<p>The Security Council welcomed the ongoing diplomatic efforts by the United Nations to secure the release of detainees. It called for ensuring the safety, security, and freedom of movement for humanitarian workers and UN personnel, along with the protection of their premises and property.</p>
<p>Members of the Council underscored that achieving a comprehensive and sustainable political solution is the most effective path to ending the worsening humanitarian crisis and establishing stability in Yemen. They emphasized the necessity of creating conditions that allow humanitarian organizations to reach those in need and deliver life-saving assistance.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:13:06 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[National Resistance Commander Killed in West Coast Ambush]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Brigadier General Yahya Waish, commander of the First Division of the National Resistance, was killed on Saturday when an explosive device targeted his convoy in the West Coast region.Military media announced that the explosion occurred while Brigadier General Waish and his companions were passing t...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Brigadier General Yahya Waish, commander of the First Division of the National Resistance, was killed on Saturday when an explosive device targeted his convoy in the West Coast region.</strong></p><p>Military media announced that the explosion occurred while Brigadier General Waish and his companions were passing through an area in the West Coast. The device detonated, causing injuries to the commander and several of his escorts. Those injured were transported to a hospital for medical treatment.</p><p>Brigadier General Waish succumbed to his injuries, and one of his escorts also died. Two other individuals sustained varying degrees of wounds. Initial assessments suggest that Houthi militias are likely responsible for planting the explosive device. Competent authorities are continuing their investigations to ascertain the full details of the incident and identify those accountable.</p><p>Brigadier General Waish had been appointed commander of the First Division of the National Resistance just last month as part of a reorganization aimed at enhancing combat readiness and unifying field command for forces stationed in the West Coast.</p><p>The deceased was among the earliest fighters to engage in confrontation with the Houthis, dating back to the battles of Kataf in Saada Governorate in 2013. His name also emerged as one of the prominent field commanders who participated in the liberation battles of the West Coast, spanning from Dhubab and Bab al-Mandab to the city of Hodeidah.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:05:31 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Al-Jawf: Houthi Member Killed While Participating in Sectarian “Wilayah Day” Event]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A member of the Houthi militia, identified as Hamoud Mohammed Abu Sulouf, was killed on Monday night in Yemen’s Al-Jawf Governorate, which is under Houthi control, while participating in activities organized by the group to mark what it calls “Eid al-Ghadir” or “Wilayah Day.”Local sources reported t...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>A member of the Houthi militia, identified as Hamoud Mohammed Abu Sulouf, was killed on Monday night in Yemen’s Al-Jawf Governorate, which is under Houthi control, while participating in activities organized by the group to mark what it calls “Eid al-Ghadir” or “Wilayah Day.”</p><p>Local sources reported that Abu Sulouf was killed when a traditional locally made artillery piece exploded and fragmented due to excessive gunpowder pressure during a ceremonial firing event known among Houthi members as “Qarhat al-Nasr” (Cry of Victory). The practice is part of promotional activities accompanying the occasion, which the group uses to reinforce its political doctrine of wilayah and its claim to a divinely sanctioned right to rule.</p><p>According to the sources, the incident resulted from the unsafe and unregulated use of weapons and improvised artillery pieces during the gathering. Excessive gunpowder loading generated pressure beyond the capacity of the aging metal barrel, causing it to explode instantly and scatter deadly shrapnel, killing Abu Sulouf on the spot.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:35:28 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Landmine Kills One Child, Maims Another Northeast of Sana'a]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A child was killed and another seriously injured after a landmine planted by the Houthi militia exploded in the rural district of Nihm, northeast of the Yemeni capital, Sana'a.According to human rights sources, 15-year-old Adam Ali Al-Qalam was killed in the blast, while his companion, Ali Ali Jazee...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>A child was killed and another seriously injured after a landmine planted by the Houthi militia exploded in the rural district of Nihm, northeast of the Yemeni capital, Sana'a.</p><p>According to human rights sources, 15-year-old Adam Ali Al-Qalam was killed in the blast, while his companion, Ali Ali Jazeelan, 13, sustained severe injuries that resulted in the amputation of one of his legs below the knee.</p><p>In a statement, Witness Human Rights Organization said the explosion occurred on Friday morning in the Al-Athibi area near Al-Nu'aymat village in the Ayal Ghafeer subdistrict of Nihm District. The two children were reportedly herding sheep for a monthly wage on behalf of local residents when the mine detonated.</p><p>The organization explained that Adam Al-Qalam, a resident of Al-Haymah Al-Kharijiyah District, southwest of Sana'a, died instantly after being struck by multiple shrapnel wounds. Meanwhile, Ali Jazeelan remains under medical care and is receiving treatment for his injuries.</p><p>Witness Human Rights Organization held the Iran-backed Houthi militia fully and directly responsible for the incident, noting that the group has maintained complete control over Nihm District since January 2020.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:27:11 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Amran: Tribal Sheikh Assassinated by Houthi Gunmen]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Tribal Sheikh Yahya Ahmed Al-Suraimi, a prominent figure from the Adhar tribe in Yemen's northern governorate of Amran, was killed on Tuesday evening after being shot by armed Houthi personnel affiliated with the Al-Hajr Police Department in Shaharah District, according to local sources.Sources said...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Tribal Sheikh Yahya Ahmed Al-Suraimi, a prominent figure from the Adhar tribe in Yemen's northern governorate of Amran, was killed on Tuesday evening after being shot by armed Houthi personnel affiliated with the Al-Hajr Police Department in Shaharah District, according to local sources.</p><p>Sources said the security personnel initially stopped Sheikh Al-Suraimi while he was traveling on a motorcycle accompanied by one of his aides. After searching him, they allowed him to continue his journey. However, they later pursued him and opened direct fire, killing him instantly.</p><p>According to the same sources, the incident occurred shortly after Sheikh Al-Suraimi successfully mediated a land dispute between local parties in the Al-Hajr area. One of the parties involved was reportedly a security official from the same police department. The sources indicated that accusations have been directed at the official, alleging his involvement in orchestrating the assassination in retaliation for the settlement reached through the mediation.</p><p>The killing is part of a series of similar incidents targeting tribal and social figures in Houthi-controlled areas, particularly those who have played mediation roles in local disputes. Observers say such actions aim to reshape local power structures by diminishing the influence of traditional tribal leaders and weakening customary mediation mechanisms in favor of newly appointed figures loyal to the group.</p><p>Over recent years, Houthi militias have been accused of eliminating numerous tribal sheikhs in Sana'a, Amran, Dhamar, and other areas under their control, including some who had previously supported the group's takeover of the Yemeni capital.</p><p>هذه الصياغة مناسبة للنشر في وكالة أنباء أو صحيفة دولية وتحافظ على الأسلوب الإخباري المهني والمحايد.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:17:08 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Official Killed by Brother in Hodeidah Amid Family Dispute]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A Houthi militia supervisor was fatally shot by his brother on Friday evening in the Al-Ghalil neighborhood of the coastal Hodeidah Governorate in western Yemen. The incident reportedly stemmed from severe family disputes exacerbated by the supervisor's repeated abuse of his relatives.Local sources...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>A Houthi militia supervisor was fatally shot by his brother on Friday evening in the Al-Ghalil neighborhood of the coastal Hodeidah Governorate in western Yemen. The incident reportedly stemmed from severe family disputes exacerbated by the supervisor's repeated abuse of his relatives.</strong></p><p>Local sources identified the deceased Houthi official as Yahya Al-Husseini, known by the alias "Abu Hussein." He was killed by his brother in Square 5 of Al-Ghalil after the brother could no longer tolerate Al-Husseini's alleged brutality and arbitrary practices, which included frequent physical assaults on their mother and sisters.</p><p>According to the sources, the mother of the deceased had previously filed multiple complaints and reports with the security authorities under Houthi control in the area, seeking to curb her son's abusive behavior. However, these authorities reportedly took no action and failed to provide the family with justice, citing Al-Husseini's influence and position within the militia as a supervisor for the residential square.</p><p>Sources further indicated that the perpetrator, the victim's brother, had previously issued a warning to the Houthi security apparatus, holding them responsible should their silence continue regarding the abuse of their mother and sisters. Events escalated on Friday evening, culminating in the brother shooting and killing Al-Husseini. The incident was reportedly met with widespread relief among the neighborhood residents and family members who had long suffered from Al-Husseini's oppressive conduct.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 21:30:32 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Somali Al-Shabaab Fighters Arrive in Yemen, Coordinate with Al-Qaeda and Houthis]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Intelligence sources have revealed a significant security development: dozens of fighters from the Somali Al-Shabaab militant group have entered Yemen via its coastlines in recent periods, subsequently moving into the Shabwah and Marib governorates. This influx signals a concerning escalation in the...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Intelligence sources have revealed a significant security development: dozens of fighters from the Somali Al-Shabaab militant group have entered Yemen via its coastlines in recent periods, subsequently moving into the Shabwah and Marib governorates. This influx signals a concerning escalation in the activities of extremist groups and the interconnectedness of their networks within Yemen.</strong></p><p>According to the sources, three prominent Al-Shabaab leaders were among those who arrived through illicit maritime smuggling routes, exploiting weak coastal surveillance. These leaders reportedly held direct meetings with elements affiliated with Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula in Shabwah Governorate. The coordination is suspected to involve the exchange of combat expertise and the arrangement of logistical and security roles to serve the interests of both parties in unstable areas of influence.</p><p>The movement of Al-Shabaab elements did not cease there, as some later relocated to Al Bayda Governorate, where meetings were held with leaders of the Houthi militia. Information suggests these discussions focused on arrangements for an unannounced cooperation, including facilitating the movement of fighters and exchanging benefits, despite the apparent ideological divergence between these groups' stated positions.</p><p>Sources indicate that Al-Shabaab operatives are playing a pivotal role in smuggling weapons and narcotics for the Houthi militia through cross-border smuggling networks. This provides the group with additional funding sources and enhances its military capabilities. These smuggling operations reportedly utilize complex land and sea routes, leveraging the rugged terrain and the vastness of areas outside effective control.</p><p>In a development described as highly alarming, sources revealed the presence of Houthi leaders operating within Somalia. These individuals are reportedly tasked with coordinating and training Somali elements, as well as establishing channels for mutual benefit with Al-Qaeda, including training, logistical support, and expertise exchange. This intricate web reflects a trend toward forming cross-border networks of interest that transcend traditional ideological divisions.</p><p>Analysts suggest that these movements, if definitively confirmed, pose a complex threat to Yemeni national security and regional stability. They indicate a new phase of pragmatic cooperation among groups designated as terrorist organizations, which could negatively impact counter-terrorism efforts, maritime security, and regional stability. This situation necessitates a more coordinated and resolute security and intelligence response at both local and international levels.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:07:10 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Militants Block Yemen's Largest Water Factory Over Extortion Demands]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Houthi militants imposed a blockade on the Shamlān mineral water factory, the largest water production facility in Yemen's capital, Sanaa, on Wednesday, completely halting its operations. Sources indicate the blockade was enacted to compel the factory's management to pay illegal financial levies.The...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Houthi militants imposed a blockade on the Shamlān mineral water factory, the largest water production facility in Yemen's capital, Sanaa, on Wednesday, completely halting its operations. Sources indicate the blockade was enacted to compel the factory's management to pay illegal financial levies.</strong></p><p>The armed individuals, loyal to the Houthi militia, sealed the main gates of the factory, located in the Hadda area south of the capital, early in the morning. They set fire to old tires at the entrances, disrupting the movement of trucks and preventing employees and workers from entering or exiting the premises.</p><p>Sources further reported that the militants, under threat of arms, forced several adjacent businesses to close. This occurred amidst a heavy security presence surrounding the facility, an apparent effort to pressure the factory's administration into complying with financial demands described as "forced extortion."</p><p>Factory workers confirmed that Shamlān's management had requested intervention from security agencies under Houthi control to end the blockade and secure the facility. However, these agencies reportedly refused to act, leading to accusations of complicity with the militants.</p><p>The closure has resulted in a complete cessation of production and distribution activities. A state of tension prevails in the vicinity of the factory, with concerns about the broader implications of the crisis on the company's operations and the supply to the local market.</p><p>This incident is part of a pattern of repeated pressure exerted by the Houthis on the private sector. Economic sources report that the militia imposes exorbitant levies and taxes, which have led to the closure of companies or forced their owners into partnerships with individuals associated with the group.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 02:22:27 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Security Source: Captagon Factory in Naq'ah, Saada Operates Under Supervision of an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Leader]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A security source revealed to Khabar News Agency alarming information regarding the establishment and outfitting of a factory for the production of the narcotic substance Captagon in the Naq'ah area of Saada Governorate, under the direct supervision of an Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander identi...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>A security source revealed to Khabar News Agency alarming information regarding the establishment and outfitting of a factory for the production of the narcotic substance Captagon in the Naq'ah area of Saada Governorate, under the direct supervision of an Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander identified as “Abu Baqir,” who reportedly fled from Syria to Yemen in recent months.</p><p>The source explained that the factory was established in a remote area under the control of the Houthi militia and operates as part of an organized network for the production and smuggling of Captagon. The operation allegedly benefits from security support and facilitation, exploiting the prevailing instability and lack of oversight while turning the governorate into an advanced hub for illicit activities linked to financing the group.</p><p>According to the source, the Iranian commander overseeing the factory possesses prior experience in managing similar facilities outside Yemen and is directing manufacturing and packaging operations while also training local operatives in production methods, storage procedures, and concealment techniques to ensure the continuity of operations and avoid detection.</p><p>The source further indicated that Captagon smuggling operations are conducted through organized trafficking networks led by Somali and other African smugglers. Shipments are reportedly transported to several countries across the region, while some quantities are also distributed within Yemen, raising concerns over serious security and social consequences, particularly among young people.</p><p>The source stated that the use of foreign smugglers is intended to reduce the risk of local exposure of the network and facilitate transportation through coastal routes and land crossings, utilizing pre-existing smuggling channels previously used for weapons and fuel trafficking.</p><p>The source also noted that revenues generated from the Captagon trade have become one of the illicit funding streams relied upon by the Houthi militia to support its military activities, especially amid increasing international pressure on its traditional sources of financing. The source described the activity as posing a dual threat to both Yemeni and regional security.</p><p>Finally, the source called on the international community and anti-narcotics authorities to take urgent action to investigate the allegations, strengthen monitoring of smuggling routes, and hold those involved accountable. The source warned that ignoring such activities could pave the way for an expansion of the drug trade and potentially turn Yemen into a new hub for drug production and exportation.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:46:16 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Militiamen Attempt to Abduct Lawyer's Client in Sana'a]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A lawyer in Sana'a reported that Houthi militiamen, disguised in security uniforms, intercepted his vehicle on Saturday afternoon in the Houthi-controlled capital, attempting to abduct his client who is the victim in a case involving fraud and breach of trust amounting to hundreds of millions of Yem...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>A lawyer in Sana'a reported that Houthi militiamen, disguised in security uniforms, intercepted his vehicle on Saturday afternoon in the Houthi-controlled capital, attempting to abduct his client who is the victim in a case involving fraud and breach of trust amounting to hundreds of millions of Yemeni Riyals.</strong></p><p>The lawyer, Sinan Mansour Bayraq, stated on Facebook that the incident occurred as he was leaving the Southeast Secretariat Prosecution after a hearing concerning his client, whom he identified as the victim in the case. He noted that masked gunmen on a motorcycle stopped the vehicle in the Al-Jarada area, approximately 300 meters from the prosecution office.</p><p>Bayraq added that one of the assailants was a soldier previously assigned to escort the "opponent of his client" to the prosecution during prior investigation sessions. He pointed out that the armed individuals boarded the vehicle without authorization and demanded his client accompany them to a police station, without presenting any arrest warrant or official summons.</p><p>Bayraq mentioned that he informed the security personnel of his intention to proceed to the Inspector General's office at the Ministry of Interior to verify the procedures. This prompted the gunmen to leave the scene. Subsequently, his client confirmed through calls to security authorities that there were no official directives for his arrest or summons.</p><p>The lawyer accused elements affiliated with the Houthi-controlled security apparatus of acting on behalf of influential parties for financial gain. He considered the incident a "serious transgression" that undermines the role of the security institution in protecting citizens.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 03:33:45 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Summer Centers Accused of Indoctrinating and Recruiting Children]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Houthi-controlled areas are witnessing a systematic campaign targeting children under the guise of "Summer Centers," which educators and human rights activists describe as a severe violation of Yemeni childhood and the transformation of education into a tool for ideological mobilization and early mi...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Houthi-controlled areas are witnessing a systematic campaign targeting children under the guise of "Summer Centers," which educators and human rights activists describe as a severe violation of Yemeni childhood and the transformation of education into a tool for ideological mobilization and early military recruitment.</strong></p><p>According to testimonies from parents and local sources, these centers are organized in schools, mosques, and public facilities. Families face direct and indirect pressure to send their children, including threats of withholding aid, security harassment, or social stigma. Parents confirm that while enrollment is officially voluntary, the reality is dictated by coercion and fear.</p><p>Former teachers who worked in these centers report that the programs offered bear no resemblance to education. School curricula are replaced with sectarian lessons and inflammatory rhetoric that incites violence, instills concepts of "chosenness" and animosity, and glorifies the culture of death. The centers reportedly foster absolute loyalty to the Houthi militia and its leaders, with children being taught military chants and slogans and subjected to intensive psychological mobilization sessions.</p><p>Human rights sources indicate that a number of these centers include military training, involving the use of light weapons and mock combat exercises. This is a clear violation of international humanitarian law, which prohibits child recruitment. Reports have surfaced of some children who attended these centers disappearing, only to reappear on front lines or in training camps.</p><p>Sociologists believe the most dangerous aspect of these centers is their long-term impact on the social fabric. They deepen divisions, sow hatred among children, and transform schools from spaces of knowledge into arenas of ideological conflict. They emphasize that a generation raised on violence and exclusion will be a burden on any future peace process.</p><p>Numerous local and international human rights organizations have previously warned of the severity of these practices, considering the targeting of children a war crime and a grave violation of child rights. These organizations have called upon the international community, particularly the United Nations, to take deterrent measures, hold those responsible for child recruitment accountable, and pressure for an immediate cessation of these activities.</p><p>One parent in Sana'a, who requested anonymity, stated, "Either you send your son to the summer center, or you are accused of being against the group. We fear for our children's minds being washed more than we fear hunger." Other testimonies corroborate that many children have returned home exhibiting aggressive behavior and adopting ideas foreign to their environment.</p><p>Human rights advocates assert that the Houthi "Summer Centers" are not educational or recreational activities but rather organized tools for perpetuating war across generations. With each child forcibly pushed into these closed camps, Yemen's hope for genuine peace recedes, and the wound of stolen childhood deepens.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 15:13:58 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Three Inmates Die in Houthi-Controlled Ibb Prison Amid Neglect and Malnutrition]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Three inmates have died within a single month at the central prison in Ibb Governorate, which is under Houthi control, due to deliberate medical neglect, severe malnutrition, and widespread financial and administrative corruption.Sources from within the prison reveal that detainees are enduring trag...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Three inmates have died within a single month at the central prison in Ibb Governorate, which is under Houthi control, due to deliberate medical neglect, severe malnutrition, and widespread financial and administrative corruption.</strong></p><p>Sources from within the prison reveal that detainees are enduring tragic conditions, lacking basic necessities. Inmates are reportedly forced to drink unsafe water from bathroom taps due to the absence of clean water. The food provided is of poor quality with minimal nutritional value, a consequence of the diversion and theft of food allocations by prison administration.</p><p>According to the sources, the prison administration, led by an individual identified as Musleh Al-Ghazri, is engaged in extensive corruption. This includes withholding essential medications from sick inmates. When medications are available, they are allegedly smuggled out and sold on the black market instead of being distributed to those in need, leading to a significant deterioration in the health of many prisoners.</p><p>The three victims who passed away in recent weeks have been identified as Mousa Saleh Al-Jabri, who died approximately two weeks ago due to his deteriorating health; Mohammed Abdullah Al-Essa, who died the day after Al-Jabri; and Ammar Nabil Hassan Al-Alawi, who died yesterday. These deaths have caused shock and widespread fear among the remaining inmates.</p><p>Activists and human rights defenders have issued an urgent appeal to international and human rights organizations, including the United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross, calling for immediate intervention to save the lives of the remaining prisoners. They are demanding a transparent investigation into the causes of these successive deaths and accountability for those involved in the negligence and corruption that have transformed the prison into a "center for slow death."</p><p>It is noted that prisons in Ibb Governorate have seen a significant increase in inmate deaths in recent years, attributed to a lack of international oversight and ongoing systematic violations against detainees.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 02:57:38 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Commander Killed by National Resistance in Al Hudaydah]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A field commander for the Houthi militia, identified as Abdo Jiash, was killed along with several of his companions by the National Resistance in the Al-Jarahi district, south of Al Hudaydah governorate. The operation occurred after Jiash was implicated in artillery shelling that targeted civilian a...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>A field commander for the Houthi militia, identified as Abdo Jiash, was killed along with several of his companions by the National Resistance in the Al-Jarahi district, south of Al Hudaydah governorate. The operation occurred after Jiash was implicated in artillery shelling that targeted civilian areas in western Yemen.</strong></p><p>Military media affiliated with the National Resistance reported that a unit from the Second Brigade "Zaraniq" monitored Jiash's movements in the Kida area. Concentrated strikes were subsequently launched, resulting in his death and that of his escorts.</p><p>The source further clarified that Jiash had intensified his targeting of civilian infrastructure with mortar shells over the past three days. This escalation coincided with unsuccessful attempts to attack military positions situated near the front lines.</p><p>The military media confirmed that the Second Brigade Zaraniq fighters delivered precise strikes that silenced the sources of fire from the Iranian-backed militia. It was also noted that Jiash was involved in committing grave crimes against the Zaraniq tribes over the past years.</p><p>The Houthi militia reportedly held a funeral for Jiash in the Al-Jarahi city of Al Hudaydah governorate on the same day.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:07:32 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Assassination of Sheikh Al-Salahi Ignites Fierce Clashes Between Tribes and Houthis in Al Jawf]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[The assassination of a prominent sheikh in Al Jawf province by Houthi militants has triggered widespread anger and violent armed confrontations, escalating tensions and threatening a complete breakdown of order in the eastern Yemeni governorate.Tribal sources confirmed to Al-Khabar News Agency that...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>The assassination of a prominent sheikh in Al Jawf province by Houthi militants has triggered widespread anger and violent armed confrontations, escalating tensions and threatening a complete breakdown of order in the eastern Yemeni governorate.</strong></p><p>Tribal sources confirmed to Al-Khabar News Agency that Houthi militia elements carried out the execution of Sheikh Nasser Al-Salahi on Saturday in the Afi area of the Al Yatmah district. This assassination follows Sheikh Al-Salahi's significant role in mobilizing tribal support from the Daham tribes in protest against the militia's continued abduction of Sheikh Hamad bin Fadgham Al-Hazmi.</p><p>Shortly after the assassination, intense clashes erupted between tribal fighters and militia elements in the same area, resulting in the deaths of three Houthi militants. According to sources, Sheikh Al-Salahi's killing was the "last straw" that extinguished hopes for de-escalation and provoked the outrage of the Daham tribes, who viewed the incident as a betrayal and a violation of all tribal customs and traditions.</p><p>In a retaliatory response, the Houthi militia launched a widespread manhunt targeting individuals from the Dhu Muhammad tribe and neighboring tribes, further intensifying popular and tribal resentment in the region.</p><p>The roots of the current crisis trace back to April 20, when the militia abducted Sheikh Hamad bin Rashid Fadgham Al-Hazmi, prompting the Daham tribes to mobilize militarily in the Al Yatmah plains. Despite previous Houthi promises of his release, which led to the temporary withdrawal of tribal gatherings, the militia's reneging on its commitments and its deployment of assassination squads to target tribal leaders have transformed the crisis into an open armed conflict.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:45:15 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Supervisor Stabs Elderly Man and Worshipper Inside Mosque in Sana’a]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[In a fresh escalation of the security chaos gripping areas under Houthi militia control, the governorates of Amran and Sana’a witnessed two horrific crimes over the past hours. The first involved a brutal assault on an 80-year-old mosque imam and another worshipper inside a mosque in Sana’a, while t...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>In a fresh escalation of the security chaos gripping areas under Houthi militia control, the governorates of Amran and Sana’a witnessed two horrific crimes over the past hours. The first involved a brutal assault on an 80-year-old mosque imam and another worshipper inside a mosque in Sana’a, while the second was the cold-blooded killing of a young man in Amran city.</p><p>According to local sources in Sana’a governorate, a Houthi supervisor identified as Abdullah Yahya Al-Kabsi stormed the mosque in the village of Shaba’a, located in Bani Al-Rous district.</p><p>Sources confirmed that Al-Kabsi stabbed the mosque imam, Ahmed bin Ahmed Al-Shaba’i, 80, who is reportedly a person with disabilities, along with citizen Ali Naji Al-Shaba’i, while they were performing congregational prayers at the prayer niche.</p><p>The crime, described as “heinous,” sparked widespread public outrage in the area, particularly after both victims were rushed to hospital in critical condition. Meanwhile, the perpetrator reportedly fled the scene amid accusations that the militia is protecting him and has so far failed to take any legal measures to apprehend him.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:02:43 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Forces Brutally Assault Citizen in Ibb Over Business Dispute]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[Militia security forces in Ibb, Yemen, have reportedly subjected a young man to severe physical assault in the Al-Ma'ayeen area, stemming from a minor commercial disagreement. This incident occurs amid escalating reports of abuses and security strong-arming by militia-affiliated agencies against the...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Militia security forces in Ibb, Yemen, have reportedly subjected a young man to severe physical assault in the Al-Ma'ayeen area, stemming from a minor commercial disagreement. This incident occurs amid escalating reports of abuses and security strong-arming by militia-affiliated agencies against the local population.</strong></p><p>Local sources and eyewitnesses reported that Elias Moawada, owner of a local internet network in the Al-Hekl and Al-Ma'ayeen district, was brutally beaten by four Houthi soldiers belonging to the "October 7th Division" under the security administration of Al-Dhaher. The attack reportedly took place while Moawada was inspecting his network in Al-Ma'ayeen.</p><p>According to the accounts, the soldiers immediately apprehended Moawada, restrained him with handcuffs, and proceeded to assault him physically until he lost consciousness. Information suggests the assault was not a lawful procedure but resulted from a rival internet network owner leveraging influence with leaders in the Al-Dhaher security administration and the October 7th Division.</p><p>Sources indicate that the rival party is attempting to establish dominance in the area and compete with Moawada by utilizing security influence. Notably, Moawada had reportedly been released from prison only a month prior in connection with the same dispute.</p><p>The incident has sparked widespread outrage among human rights activists, who have characterized the event as a deliberate ignorance or disregard for procedural laws. Residents and activists are holding the Al-Dhaher security director and the Houthi leaders overseeing the October 7th Division fully responsible for Elias Moawada's life.</p><p>They are demanding the apprehension of the involved military personnel and the instigating network owner for fair trial, and an immediate cessation of the use of security authority to intimidate small investors and citizens. The Ibb Governorate has suffered from security instability and a rise in assaults by individuals affiliated with Houthi security agencies for years, with a complete absence of legal accountability.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:11:36 +0300</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Houthi Official Accused of Throwing Daughter, 13, into Well in Yemen]]></title>
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                <description><![CDATA[A 13-year-old girl has died in Yemen's Al-Jawf Governorate after reportedly being thrown into a well on her father's farm, a case that has sent shockwaves through the local community. The father, identified as a Houthi official, is accused of the act following ongoing family disputes.Local sources i...]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>A 13-year-old girl has died in Yemen's Al-Jawf Governorate after reportedly being thrown into a well on her father's farm, a case that has sent shockwaves through the local community. The father, identified as a Houthi official, is accused of the act following ongoing family disputes.</strong></p><p>Local sources indicate that the incident occurred in the Wadi Al-Uraid area of Al-Jabeen district. The girl's father is alleged to have thrown her into the well located within his property amid years of marital discord.</p><p>According to reports, the girl's mother had previously left the marital home due to family disputes and obtained a court order for divorce. However, the enforcement of this ruling was reportedly delayed, prolonging the conflict.</p><p>The girl had recently expressed a desire to visit her mother, a request her father allegedly refused. This refusal is said to have escalated existing tensions, culminating in the tragic event that led to her death.</p><p>Conversely, the father has denied responsibility, claiming that villagers threw the girl into the well. This assertion is met with skepticism by local residents, particularly as the well is situated within his private farm, enclosed by a wall and a locked gate.</p><p>The girl's body has been placed in a hospital morgue. As of now, no official statement has been released detailing the circumstances surrounding the incident.</p> ]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:52:37 +0300</pubDate>
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