A rights report documents 5,282 violations against women in Yemen by Houthi militias.

The Yemeni Network for Rights and Freedoms has documented a staggering 5,282 violations against women in Yemen. This report covers the period from January 1, 2017, to January 1, 2025, highlighting the ongoing crisis faced by women in the region.

Scope of Violations Across Multiple Provinces

In a report released to coincide with International Women’s Day on March 8, the network detailed that these violations occurred across 17 provinces. The affected areas include Al Hudaydah, Al Dhale’e, Taiz, Hajjah, Dhamar, Lahij, Marib, Raymah, Shabwa, Ibb, Abyan, the Capital City, Al Bayda, Al Jawf, Saada, Sana’a, Aden, and Amran.

Types of Violations Documented

The report categorizes the violations into several alarming types. It includes 1,466 cases of murder and 3,379 injuries resulting from artillery shelling, landmine explosions, sniper attacks, and indiscriminate gunfire by Houthi forces. Additionally, the report notes 547 cases of abduction, enforced disappearance, and torture.

Abductions and Enforced Disappearances

The report highlights that Houthi militias have abducted and unlawfully detained 547 women across 12 provinces during the reporting period. Notably, 69 of these women were taken to secret prisons and subjected to enforced disappearance for periods ranging from three months to a full year. While some have since been located, the fate of many remains unknown. Among the missing, 47 cases are reported in the Capital City, 13 in Sana’a, and 9 in Al Hudaydah.

Ongoing Targeting of Women Amid Conflict

The Yemeni Network for Rights and Freedoms emphasizes that despite the various methods of warfare, women continue to be primary targets of Houthi crimes. The relentless shelling of civilian homes and neighborhoods, even those far from frontlines, perpetuates a cycle of violence and bloodshed.

A Call for International Action

The network stated, “No human right remains unviolated, and no family has escaped direct or indirect violations. Every segment of society has faced abuses at the hands of Houthi militias over the past decade.” The report also addresses the dire situation of women due to excessive violence and the heinous crimes committed by Houthi forces.

In conclusion, the network urges the international community and the United Nations Security Council to take responsibility for protecting women in Yemen from the terrorism perpetrated by Houthi militias. The ongoing crisis demands immediate attention and action to safeguard the rights and lives of women in the region.

 

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