Yemen Defense Ministry Warns Against Houthi Gatherings, Declares Them Military Targets

The Yemeni Ministry of Defense has issued a stern warning to citizens residing in areas controlled by the Houthi militia, advising them against participating in any gatherings promoted by the group under the guise of tribal mobilization, public rallies, or cultural sessions. The ministry asserted that these activities are exploited as a cover to recruit children and youth for deployment on the front lines.

In an official statement released on Thursday, the ministry elaborated that the Houthi militia aims to mobilize fighters and mislead those deceived through these events. The objective is to involve them in combat operations that serve the militia's destructive agenda and prolong the conflict, thereby exposing participants to significant dangers.

The Ministry of Defense emphasized that all gatherings organized by the Houthi militia under these designations will be classified as legitimate military targets. It urged citizens to exercise extreme caution and vigilance, to stay away from the locations of these activities, and to prevent the militia from exploiting their children or turning them into fodder for its war efforts.