Sanaa, Yemen — Thousands of supporters of the Houthi group gathered at Sabeen Square in the Yemeni capital on Friday to protest recent U.S.-UK joint airstrikes on the country. The airstrikes were reportedly in retaliation for the group’s attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
The demonstrators, waving flags and banners, voiced their opposition to foreign intervention and expressed solidarity with Gaza. Hamid Assem, a member of the national negotiating delegation, addressed the crowd, stating, “We will not stop supporting Gaza until the aggression is halted and the siege is lifted.”
The protest highlights the rising tensions in the region, as local groups respond to international military actions and express support for related conflicts. The rally remained peaceful, with participants calling for an end to airstrikes and blockades affecting civilians.
The situation in Yemen continues to be complex, with various factions involved and international powers engaged in military operations. The attacks in the Red Sea have escalated concerns over the safety of international shipping lanes and the potential for broader regional conflicts.
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Stringer Dispatch: Yemenis protest in Sanaa after U.S.-UK airstrikes
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