Houthi militia bans September 26 Revolution celebrations in Ibb schools.

In a recent move by the Houthi militia in Ibb province, Yemen, directives have been issued to prohibit any student celebrations commemorating the September 26 Revolution in the schools of the province. This decision has sparked concerns among educational circles and the wider community, highlighting the ongoing suppression of cultural and national celebrations by the Houthi forces.

Clampdown on September 26 Revolution Celebrations

Educational sources revealed that the Houthi supervisor in Ibb, who falsely claims the title of the Deputy Governor, Abdul Fattah Ghaleb, conducted a meeting on Tuesday with female school principals in the city of Ibb. During the meeting, held at the Education Office’s training hall, Ghaleb ordered the principals not to hold any celebrations for the 62nd anniversary of the September 26 Revolution. Furthermore, the directives included a ban on decorating schools with national flags or conducting school radio broadcasts for the occasion.

Threats of Punitive Measures

Sources also disclosed that Ghaleb threatened the principals with punitive actions if they failed to comply with these directives or if any information about the meeting was leaked to the media. This intimidation tactic underscores the Houthi militia’s ongoing efforts to suppress dissent and control the narrative within the territories they hold.

A History of Repression

Over recent years, the Houthi militia has faced widespread celebrations in Ibb province’s schools during the anniversary of the Yemeni Revolution on September 26 and other national holidays. These celebrations have been met with campaigns of repression and intimidation, targeting educators and stifling expressions of national pride.

Early Celebrations Emerge Despite Bans

Despite the Houthi directives, early celebrations of the occasion have already begun among the residents of the province. Many have raised national flags on their homes and businesses, and numerous activists have launched celebrations on various social media platforms. This act of defiance highlights the community’s resilience and its determination to celebrate their national heritage, even in the face of threats.

The Houthi militia’s attempt to quell celebrations of the September 26 Revolution in Ibb province marks another chapter in their ongoing efforts to suppress freedom of expression and cultural identity. As the situation develops, the international community and human rights organizations continue to monitor these actions closely, advocating for the rights and freedoms of Yemen’s citizens.

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