Hodeida:A cultural seminar was held on Tuesday evening in Al-Hali District, organized by the General Authority for Endowments and Guidance office along with the Scholars and Learners Unit in Hodeida, to commemorate the 1448 AH Martyrdom Anniversary.
According to Yemen News Agency, the event featured speeches from key figures, including office director Ibrahim Al-Naami and local Scholars Unit official Sheikh Ali Somel. Somel emphasized that martyrdom represents the ultimate sacrifice for Allah, symbolizing enduring honor and dignity for the nation. He highlighted the importance of instilling values of jihad and sacrifice in younger generations and raising awareness about cultural and intellectual invasions, as well as soft warfare.
Sheikh Ali Somel also discussed Yemen's history of conflict, covering the Maran War, the six wars, the Saudi-Emirati aggression, and recent events such as the battle in support of Gaza and Operation Al-Aqsa Flood. He underscored the need for support for the families of martyrs, addressing their needs in recognition of their sacrifices driven by values of dignity, freedom, and honor.
Sheikh Mohammed Balghaith spoke on the lessons from the martyrs' lives, emphasizing the importance of unity and the spirit of jihad. He called for collective responsibility in confronting national threats and cited Quranic verses that describe martyrdom as an elevated rank for sincere believers. Balghaith also reviewed the progress of Yemen's Quranic March project and the sacrifices of its leaders, particularly founding leader Hussein Badr al-Din al-Houthi, in awakening the nation.
