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Saba Yemen
26-05-2025
- Saba Yemen
Agriculture ministry condemns Somali gunmen crime against fishers
Sana'a - Saba: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources condemned the kidnapping crime committed by an armed Somali group against Yemeni fishermen. The ministry explained in a statement received by the Yemeni News Agency (Saba) that an armed group of Somalis kidnapped and detained the fishing boat "Al-Maymoun 1" and its crew of 27 fishermen from Hadhramout Governorate while they were working in the Ras Banah area within the marine waters. The statement indicated that the gunmen took the fishermen to the Bargal area and detained them there. They demanded a ransom of $50,000 for their release, despite the boat and its crew holding official fishing licenses issued by an accredited Somali office. The Ministry condemned these practices, noting that this serious incident is a blatant violation of all maritime norms and laws, a direct threat to the lives of Yemeni fishermen, and an assault on their legitimate rights to practice their profession in peace. The Ministry emphasized that this crime is not the first and is part of a series of repeated attacks targeting Yemeni fishermen, including the murder of Hadhrami fisherman Omar Nasser Sheikh, from the city of Mukalla, a year ago, by a Somali soldier. No serious measures have been taken to stop these violations. The Ministry held the Somali authorities fully responsible for the safety of the detained fishermen and for any harm they may suffer, and called on them to take immediate action to free them and hold those involved accountable. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Saba Yemen
Ministry of Culture & Tourism's Folk Arts Festival continues in Sana'a
Sana'a - Saba: For the third consecutive day, the Folk Arts Performances Festival, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in celebration of the 35th National Day of the Republic of Yemen (May 22), continues in Liberation Square in the capital, Sana'a. The third day of the four-day festival, supported by the Heritage and Cultural Development Fund, featured performances of Hadhrami heritage accompanied by traditional chants (Zamils) expressing Yemeni unity, the importance of upholding it, preserving it, and defending it. The performances also reaffirmed the Yemeni people's solidarity with the Palestinian cause and their support for Gaza in the face of the occupying Zionist entity. The third day of the festival was marked by a large public turnout, with attendees expressing their joy over Yemen's National Day (May 22), achieved through the will and determination of Yemenis across the north, south, east, and west of the nation—despite immense challenges and decades-long conspiracies targeting Yemen's sovereignty and independence. It is worth noting that the festival, held under the slogan "From Sana'a to Gaza," will showcase folkloric and heritage performances from various Yemeni provinces and regions, supervised, directed, and produced by the renowned artist Ali Al-Mahmoudi. Facebook Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Times of Oman
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Traditional Symphonies of Yemen delights audiences at the Royal Opera House Muscat
Muscat: The Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM) proudly presented Traditional Symphonies of Yemen, a two-night celebration of cultural richness and musical brilliance held on 24 and 25 April 2025. Conducted by the acclaimed Yemeni composer Mohammed AlGhoom and performed by the Royal Oman Symphony Orchestra alongside esteemed musicians from Yemen and Egypt, the concert offered an extraordinary fusion of heritage and innovation. Audiences were captivated by a diverse programme that honoured Yemen's rich musical traditions, from the lyrical strains of Hadhrami and Adani styles to the soulful tones of Ta'azi and Sana'ani music, interwoven seamlessly with global symphonic elements. Each piece, brought to life by traditional instruments and dynamic orchestration, served as a bridge between generations, cultures, and musical worlds. The event fulfilled the Royal Opera House Muscat's ongoing mission to serve as a beacon for regional excellence and musical innovation. Traditional Symphonies of Yemen showcased not only the depth and vibrancy of Yemeni heritage but also demonstrated the exceptional talent of the Royal Oman Symphony Orchestra, now celebrating its 40th anniversary. This groundbreaking performance stood as a testament to ROHM's dedication to cultural diplomacy and its role as a platform for Arab musicians to share their stories with the world. In uniting artistry from Oman, Yemen, and Egypt, the concert affirmed the transformative power of music to preserve identity, foster dialogue, and inspire future generations.
