Sanaa: The Martyrs Center for Cultural and Artistic Works has published a poetry collection titled "The Sacrifice of Victory," dedicated to the martyred leader, Lieutenant General Mohammed Abdulkarim al-Ghammari. The collection, assembled and presented by writer, poet, and singer Abdulkhaliq Al-Mahdi, features contributions from 322 poets and is reviewed by poets Abdulqawi Muhib al-Din and Hassan al-Mahdi. It contains 333 poems in classical Arabic, Himyarite, and colloquial styles, including five extended colloquial poems.
According to Yemen News Agency, the anthology documents the life of the martyr Al-Ghamari through literary, cultural, and jihadist lenses, emphasizing his heroic acts that led to the liberation of Yemen from external dominance. It also captures his and Yemen's support for the "Al-Aqsa Flood" battle, under the leadership of Sayyid Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi.
In the introduction, Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism, Abdullah Al-Washali, remarked on the significance of the anthology in an era marked by materialism and ethical decline. He praised the martyr al-Ghammari's dedication to divine teachings and his impact on Yemen's cultural and historical landscape. Al-Washali highlighted how the collection encapsulates the noble deeds and lasting influence of al-Ghammari, serving as a testament to his life and legacy.
Al-Washali further noted that Abdulkhaliq al-Mahdi has successfully captured the essence of al-Ghammari's legacy in "The Sacrifice of Victory," providing future generations with a reservoir of dignity and glory through the power of poetry.
Renowned poet Ali Jahiz emphasized the anthology's significance, noting that it comprises not only poems of mourning but also epics of spiritual ascent and historical grandeur. He described the work as a creative torrent that celebrates the life and sacrifices of al-Ghammari, documenting key moments in Yemen's history through the lens of poetic expression.
Jahiz affirmed the anthology's role as a historical record, asserting that poetry serves as a vital medium for preserving and immortalizing Yemen's past for future generations.