Houthi militia forces students at Dhamar University to attend sectarian lectures and undergo military training.

The Houthi militia has compelled students at Dhammar University to attend sectarian lectures and undergo military training. This alarming development has raised concerns among local communities and educational authorities.

Coercive Measures Implemented by Militias

Local sources report that the militia, through a group called the University Student Forum, has gathered personal information from students. This operation occurs under the supervision of Mohammed Al-Hifi, the university president appointed by the militia. The students have been segregated by gender, and each has been assigned a jihadist name.

Preparation for Potential Conflicts

According to the sources, the militia refers to these students as “reserve forces.” This designation aligns with the militia’s preparations for what they label as a potential “triple aggression” from Israeli, American, and British forces. The militia’s strategic focus appears to be on mobilizing young individuals for future confrontations.

Gradual Targeting of University Colleges

The militia aims to gradually target all colleges within the university. Reports indicate that they plan to focus on one college each week. In the past two weeks, the militia has already executed its mobilization and training program in two colleges, with intentions to continue this trend in the coming weeks.

Structure of the Training Program

The training program consists of two daily sessions. The first session includes lectures and sermons from the militia’s leader. The second session focuses on various weapons training, physical exercises, and practical drills, such as crawling, trench warfare, and both offensive and defensive maneuvers.

This situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by educational institutions in conflict zones, where academic environments are increasingly influenced by militant ideologies. The implications for students’ safety and educational integrity remain significant as these coercive practices continue.

 

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