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Saba Yemen
5 days ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Yemeni Government Spokesman: Yemen's position on Palestine is unshakable
Sana'a – SABA: Hashem Sharaf al-Din, Minister of Information and Spokesman for the Government of Change and Development, affirmed that Yemen's stance on the Palestinian cause remains unshakable and steadfast — both officially and popularly. In a statement to the Yemeni News Agency (SABA), Sharaf al-Din stated that Yemen, with its resilient people and wise leadership, will continue to stand firmly with Gaza and its people. He stressed that Yemen's position is not a temporary sentiment but a deep-rooted commitment echoed by millions across the country, aligned with the principled leadership and reflected in significant support — both material and symbolic — as well as through major operations carried out by the valiant Yemeni armed forces against the Israeli enemy and its American partner. He emphasized that Yemen does not and will never accept the illegitimate Israeli presence in Palestine or any other Arab land, nor the so-called 'deals of shame and betrayal' being marketed under false pretenses to liquidate the Palestinian cause. Sharaf al-Din stated that the Israeli occupation entity represents a stain of disgrace upon anyone who accepts or cooperates with it — the same entity committing acts of genocide against defenseless Palestinians in Gaza, attacking Muslim and Christian holy sites, displacing people, and implementing a broader scheme to subjugate the Arab and Islamic world. He continued, 'We categorically reject any statement or position — whether from within or outside Yemen — that seeks to distort this unwavering stance or promote false narratives contrary to the national consensus. We condemn any attempt to detach Yemen from its principled, faith-based, moral, and humanitarian support for Palestine.' He concluded by affirming that the Palestinian cause is sacred and unites all Yemenis, with no room for compromise or retreat. 'In the promised battle of liberation and sacred jihad,' he said, 'we will continue our unwavering support for our brothers in Gaza through all legitimate means until the aggression ends and the siege is lifted, God willing.' Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Saba Yemen
01-08-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Sana'a restructures humanitarian work under national coordination, implementation mechanism: Report
Amid worsening humanitarian conditions and mounting challenges caused by the ongoing aggression and blockade, the need has emerged to strengthen partnerships between local organizations and relevant authorities. The goal: to ensure an effective humanitarian response that respects national sovereignty and is based on cooperation rather than dependency. Yemen is experiencing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis due to the continued U.S.-Saudi-Emirati aggression and blockade for over a decade, compounded by a growing disengagement by UN and international organizations from fulfilling their humanitarian responsibilities. This comes as the UN Secretary-General decided to halt developmental projects in areas administered by the Government of Change and Development and suspend UN activities in Sa'ada. Such actions have amplified the urgency to localize humanitarian work and empower local organizations as effective alternatives for delivering services and implementing projects. With most international organizations shutting their offices in the northern governorates and funding dwindling, a wide-ranging humanitarian forum was held in the capital Sana'a to discuss these challenges and enhance coordination of national efforts in humanitarian operations. The Yemeni News Agency (Saba) attended the forum and gathered insights from participants on the importance and timing of the event. Foreign Minister Jamal Amer described the forum as a crucial opportunity for exchanging views between the government and UN organizations and for resolving issues that have suffered from misunderstanding or neglect by various entities. He reassured international organizations, including those affiliated with the UN, that rumors of upcoming actions targeting their staff or entities are baseless, unfounded, and intended to sow discord between the Yemeni government and UN personnel. Amer stressed the government's clear and consistent cooperation with the UN, as directed by the revolutionary leadership and aligned with the Change and Development Government's program. He noted the establishment of a Legal Support Department within the International Cooperation Sector of the Foreign Ministry to facilitate communication and coordination between the Ministry and international organizations. Deputy Minister for International Cooperation Ambassador Ismail al-Mutawakil described the forum as a significant step toward a more mature and dignified humanitarian partnership. He expressed hope that the outcomes of the forum would open new horizons and serve as a roadmap toward a fairer and more effective humanitarian effort. Al-Mutawakil said that the forum, held in three phases with UN, international, and local organizations, addressed the humanitarian situation in the country and the implications of international organizations withdrawing and closing their offices in northern provinces, seeking actionable solutions. He added that these developments, occurring amid extraordinary circumstances and escalating humanitarian needs, point to a politically motivated withdrawal that contradicts the declared humanitarian principles of neutrality, humanity, and impartiality. Al-Mutawakil reaffirmed the government's commitment to localizing humanitarian work and the Foreign Ministry's pledge to support local organizations, in cooperation with international agencies and donors, by designing a joint program with OCHA and relevant government bodies for capacity-building and community empowerment. Ambassador Mohammed al-Sadah, Head of International Organizations at the Foreign Ministry emphasized that the forum reflects the state's and the Change and Development Government's efforts to rebuild trust with international and UN organizations. He highlighted the political motivations behind the withdrawal of several international organizations, especially in response to Yemen's unwavering stance of solidarity with Gaza — a position that caused many donors to align with the American agenda. Al-Sadah said the forum outlined a new framework for coordination between the Yemeni government and UN organizations, and established regulations for international NGOs to ensure they adhere to signed agreements and core humanitarian principles: neutrality, humanity, and independence. He revealed plans to gradually localize humanitarian work, phasing out international and non-governmental organizations whose operations lack genuine humanitarian focus. He emphasized that Yemenis aspire to end the aggression and lift the blockade, which would enable national capacity-building and reduce dependence on foreign organizations. Al-Sadah also lamented that international organizations' positions are increasingly influenced by American hostile policies. 'We do not place our hopes in international organizations,' he said, 'but rather in local institutions and the unity of Yemenis to advance local development and live with dignity, free from external control.' Director of Emergency and Displacement at the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor Naji Azman,identified major challenges facing displaced persons, including limited aid in the face of rising displacement, the withdrawal of organizations — particularly UN agencies — reduced funding, lack of support, and the UN's neglect of a safe return strategy for IDPs. He spoke about service gaps across sectors due to funding cuts, leading to increased hunger, collapsed livelihoods, and the transformation of some displacement camps into hotspots for disease and epidemics. Programs Director at the Yemeni Women's Union Iman al-Hamzi criticized the withdrawal of most international and UN organizations from northern governorates, describing it as a severe blow to humanitarian response and leaving thousands of families — especially female-headed households, children, the displaced, and persons with disabilities — without support. She noted that local organizations faced an unprecedented drop in humanitarian funding in 2024 and 2025, compounding humanitarian, environmental, and economic pressures on Yemenis. Al-Hamzi viewed the forum as an opportunity to assess the challenges facing local organizations, find solutions, and review funding mechanisms to ensure transparency, equitable distribution, and alignment with actual needs. She called for effective policies to localize humanitarian work by empowering local organizations and enhancing their role in planning, implementation, and evaluation, to ensure continued delivery of humanitarian services to the most affected populations. She also emphasized simplifying donor procedures for local organizations, particularly in project design and approval stages, and focusing on infrastructure and emergency response funding. National Coordinator of the Water and Sanitation Cluster at the Ministry of Electricity, Energy, and Water Tawfiq al-Haroush highlighted the impact of the aggression, blockade, and U.S. classification measures in halting water and sanitation projects previously supported by UN and international agencies. He confirmed that reduced funding and the withdrawal of several organizations led to a decline in project implementation and service delivery, including water and sewage systems. Meanwhile, Director of International Cooperation at the Ministry of Health and Environment Murtada al-Murtada outlined the consequences of reduced funding from UN and international organizations, and donor failure to meet their commitments to health facilities and medical services across governorates. He urged the UN and its agencies, as well as international organizations, to fulfill their humanitarian responsibilities toward Yemen's health sector and provide the necessary support to improve the country's medical systems. With the outcomes and directives produced, the expanded humanitarian forum in Sana'a lays the groundwork for a new phase of humanitarian work in Yemen — one centered on localizing aid, empowering domestic actors, and fostering independent national coordination, ensuring humanitarian response aligns with Yemen's own priorities and sovereignty.
Saba Yemen
02-07-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
PM Discusses Ministry Activities with Minister of Agriculture
Sana'a - (Saba): Prime Minister Ahmed Ghaleb al-Rahawi met on Wednesday with Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources Dr. Radwan al-Rubai to discuss the progress of the ministry's activities and those of its affiliated units, the challenges they face, and ways to mitigate them. The meeting also addressed the marketing of agricultural products, highlighting the importance of this process in achieving commodity stability in the local market on one hand, and encouraging farmers to enhance and develop their annual production levels of various crops on the other. The Prime Minister affirmed the Government of Change and Development's commitment—based on the strategic importance of the agricultural and fisheries sectors for national food security—to supporting both sectors, which employ a large segment of the Yemeni population, as well as reinforcing the foundations of their stability and development. He also praised the success stories achieved in this field, particularly those related to self-sufficiency in several key crops and the annual increase in grain production, especially wheat, along with ongoing efforts to develop and promote the cultivation of high-quality Yemeni coffee. Dr. al-Rubai reviewed the ministry's key achievements and the main activities it is currently undertaking. He expressed his appreciation for the government's support—represented by the relevant authorities—and its cooperation with the ministry to reduce existing challenges and move forward with the implementation of strategic and vital plans and programs. The meeting was attended by Agricultural Services Sector official Dheifallah Shamlan, Director of Financial Affairs Mohammed Al-Sharafi, and Legal Affairs Director Judge Youssef Qatran. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Government Spokesperson Extends Congratulations to Revolution Leader, President Al-Mashat on 35th National Day of Yemen
Sana'a - Saba: The spokesperson for the Government of Change and Development, Minister of Information Hashem Sharafuddin, sent a congratulatory message to the Revolution Leader, Sayyid Abdulmalik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, and His Excellency Field Marshal Mahdi Al-Mashat, President of the Supreme Political Council, on the occasion of the 35th National Day of the Republic of Yemen, May 22. In his message, the government spokesperson extended the highest congratulations to the Revolution Leader and the President of the Supreme Political Council on this national occasion, which embodies the will of the Yemeni people in rejecting foreign hegemony and division schemes. He noted that this anniversary comes as Yemen—its leadership, government, and people—continue to uphold honorable stances in supporting the Palestinian people, championing the causes of the nation, and confronting the forces of arrogance and domination. The Minister of Information emphasized that Yemeni unity represents a turning point in the nation's history and will remain a beacon for all free people of the Islamic world in confronting schemes of division and fragmentation targeting Arab and Muslim nations. He affirmed that Yemeni unity is the unwavering choice of the Yemeni people, serving as an impenetrable fortress against the conspiracies of enemies seeking to undermine Yemen's land and people. Concluding his message, he prayed to Almighty Allah that this national occasion would return with victory and empowerment for both the Yemeni and Palestinian peoples over the enemies of the nation. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Summer Courses in Taiz: Educational, Cultural, and Developmental Arenas
Taiz - Saba: The summer courses in the districts of Taiz governorate for the year 1446 AH received wide attention from the revolutionary leadership, the Supreme Political Council, the Government of Change and Development, and the local authorities in the governorate. This support aimed to enhance their role in deepening Quranic culture and faith-based identity among youth and students, while developing their skills in various fields. The significance of these courses lies in their vital role in teaching new generations the memorization and sciences of the Holy Quran, and in protecting them from distorted cultures and destructive ideas that enemies seek to instill through soft warfare. Activities in the summer courses and schools across the governorate varied, including academic, cultural, social, physical, sports, and recreational programs. These contributed to enhancing students' awareness, refining their skills, and developing their creative talents, through a specialized educational and training team that ensured a unique and beneficial learning experience. The wide engagement from all social and official segments reflected a shared commitment to protecting youth and building their knowledge and skills, fostering divine guidance within them through recitation and memorization of the Quran, for success in both this life and the hereafter. In this context, the acting governor and head of the Subcommittee for Summer Activities in the governorate, Ahmad Al-Masawi, emphasized the importance of these courses as the first line of defense for youth, shielding them from intellectual invasion. He viewed the summer courses as a vital step toward building a generation enlightened by Quranic values, sciences, and guidance. He stressed the need to protect students from soft warfare and misguided cultures, enhancing their relationship with God, nurturing their knowledge and skills, and strengthening their Quranic culture and faith identity. He added that young minds do not rest during school vacations, and must be nourished with either pure or polluted sources, urging collective responsibility to protect children from becoming easy prey to destructive ideas. Al-Masawi pointed out the distinctive variety of activities in summer schools, especially religious, academic, cultural, awareness-based, and athletic programs, which provide useful knowledge and practical skills. He praised the positive turnout this year, crediting parents' awareness of the importance of enrolling their children to benefit from the programs during summer break. He appreciated the efforts of teachers, volunteers, and the participation of students and parents, which significantly contributed to the success of the courses and achievement of their goals. Meanwhile, the deputy head of the subcommittee and head of mobilization in the governorate, Muhammad Al-Khalidi, highlighted the importance of these courses in protecting the new generation from distorted ideologies amid the rise of digital platforms. He noted that the summer programs help enlighten youth and strengthen their bond with God's guidance and the Holy Book, which is the firm rope of God and the secure fortress for those who carry its message. Al-Khalidi emphasized that summer courses are not limited to cultural and religious enrichment, but also include educational, athletic, and social activities, along with knowledge and skills development, and the discovery and nurturing of students' talents. He considered the enemies' discomfort with these programs as evidence of their importance in building an aware generation capable of confronting conspiracies that target their values and identity. He affirmed that the practical response to this irritation is to ensure the continuity and success of summer courses. He expressed appreciation for the dedicated teams in the summer schools, calling them the cornerstone of the program's success, providing students with useful knowledge and preparing them to assume responsibility. For his part, the director of the Subcommittee for Activities and Summer Courses in the governorate, Muhammad Al-Abadi, stated that Taiz is witnessing a dynamic student movement this year, with 759 summer schools accommodating 72,605 students. Among these are three residential centers in Al-Ta'izia, Maqbanah, and Khadeer districts, and 80 model schools. He pointed to the diversity of activities at the school level and expressed hope that all relevant parties would continue supporting the courses, especially amid the high level of public engagement, in a way that allows the completion of planned curricula. Ultimately, summer courses remain a safe haven for students of all educational levels, providing them with knowledge and skills and academically preparing them across various fields — most notably in Quran memorization, Quranic culture, and reinforcing their faith identity. E. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
