Sanaa: The Yemeni Human Rights Center today organized a press conference to release the second edition of the report "And if Yemen is asked?!" in both Arabic and English, which documents with evidence and figures the human rights situation in Yemen over 10 years, between 2015 and 2025. At the conference, Deputy Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Judge Ibrahim Al-Shami, explained that the report, with its precise monitoring, conclusive evidence, and definitive figures, serves as a historical and legal black record of condemnation presented before the entire world, and as a binding human rights document that preserves the rights of Yemen's generations and the sacrifices made.
According to Yemen News Agency, Judge Al-Shami stated that the Saudi regime and its partners have inflicted destruction and death upon the Yemeni people over the past decade, with scenes of devastation that remain etched in memory. He highlighted that the crimes extend beyond direct bombings to include a comprehensive land, sea, and air siege, closure of key ports, systematic looting of resources, and deprivation of salaries to employees. He emphasized that these actions amount to a declared crime of genocide, which will not be subject to a statute of limitations.
The Deputy Minister also highlighted a recent attack by Saudi aircraft on the Central Reformatory in Al-Hazm District, which resulted in numerous casualties among inmates and visitors. He criticized the international community's complicity, pointing to the United Nations' inaction over the years, and called for accountability and justice for the victims.
Ali Taysir, head of the National Human Rights Commission, reinforced that the report is more than just data; it represents the lives and stories of those affected. He noted the international community's initial opposition to Yemen and the ongoing use of prohibited weapons against civilians. The report details the scale of the humanitarian crisis, with millions facing starvation, lack of healthcare, and the effects of economic devastation.
The report "And if Yemen is asked?!" calls for urgent international action to halt the aggression on Yemen, lift the siege, and hold those responsible accountable. It recommends re-listing violators of children's rights, supporting reconstruction, and referring the aggression file to international judicial bodies. The report urges a halt to arms sales to aggressor nations and advocates for stronger partnerships with local human rights organizations to protect vulnerable populations.
The Yemeni Human Rights Center's report aims to provide a comprehensive account of the human rights violations in Yemen and calls for both national and international efforts to address the ongoing crisis and bring justice to the affected.
