[26/04/2026 05:58]

ADEN – SABA
Minister of Human Rights Mashdal Omar discussed Sunday with the Country Director of “Except International,” Amjad al-Sharjabi discuss aspects of joint cooperation in the fields of human rights and humanitarian work.

The meeting addressed ways to strengthen partnership in implementing programs and projects aimed at rehabilitating detainees and forcibly disappeared persons in the prisons of the Houthi terrorist militias.

These efforts aim to help address the psychological and social impacts resulting from the violations they have endured, in addition to exploring the possibility of developing a comprehensive national policy focused on rehabilitating this group and reintegrating them into society.

Minister Mashdal emphasized the importance of this humanitarian issue, stressing the need for unified national and international efforts to address its repercussions.

He praised the organization’s efforts in this regard and noted that the government places the issue of detainees and forcibly disappeared persons at the highest priority, given its humanitarian and national significance.

He pointed out that such efforts would contribute to achieving justice and strengthening social peace.

He also stated that the government is making significant efforts to secure the release of all detainees and forcibly disappeared persons held in the prisons of the Houthi terrorist militias, based on the principle of “all for all,” affirming the continuation of work and coordination with various parties to achieve this humanitarian goal.

The Minister of Human Rights explained that the Houthi militias have abducted and forcibly disappeared thousands of Yemenis, in blatant violation of international humanitarian law and human rights conventions, which requires serious international action to put an end to these violations and ensure accountability for their perpetrators.

For his part, the Country Director of “Except International” affirmed the organization’s commitment to enhancing cooperation and coordination with the Ministry of Human Rights, highlighting the importance of developing joint programs focused on the psychological and social rehabilitation of detainees and forcibly disappeared persons, as well as building the capacities of relevant national institutions, in a way that contributes to an effective and sustainable response to this humanitarian issue.

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