Yemeni Rallies Denounce Israeli Expansion and Call to Disarm Resistance

Sana'a: With unwavering determination, the Yemeni people continued their massive weekly rallies across the capital Sana'a and other provinces, demonstrating solidarity with Gaza and warning against the Israeli expansionist plan at the expense of the peoples of the region, which represents an existential threat to all. According to Yemen News Agency, the rallies, held under the slogan 'With Gaza: Jihad and Steadfastness to Confront the Cruelest Massacres and Devious Plots', denounced the weak Arab reaction to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's public announcement of the so-called 'Greater Israel' plan, which participants said reflected submission and betrayal of the peoples of the nation. Protesters warned against attempts by Israel and the United States to strip the nation of its elements of strength, as revealed in calls to disarm the resistance, which some Arab regimes are reportedly supporting, despite knowing that their peoples will inevitably face the consequences. They also warned against any attempt s to target the home front or harm the nation, conspiring with Israel and the United States against Yemen's stance supporting Gaza. The Yemeni people affirmed their high vigilance and readiness to counter any plots. Participants confirmed their alignment with the wise leadership and adherence to its firm positions on the nation's issues, particularly Palestine, and emphasized continued support for the people of Gaza, who are facing severe siege, starvation, and massacre by Israel and the United States, while Arab and global powers largely remain indifferent. In Al-Sabeen Square in Sana'a, huge crowds gathered to reaffirm Yemen's steadfast path in jihad and support for Gaza, raising Yemeni and Palestinian flags and banners condemning Israeli crimes. Chants denounced tyrants, oppressors, and collaborators, affirming readiness to defend the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the nation's sanctities. Participants condemned some Arab and Islamic states for collusion with Israel and failure to fulfill religious and humanitarian obligations to support Gaza. They repeated slogans including: 'Yemeni Operations: Voice of Humanity,' 'Netanyahu Challenges Arabs and Muslims,' and 'Deliveries of Weapons Are Betrayal.' Crowds rejected Netanyahu's declaration of 'Greater Israel,' asserting it confirms the correctness of Yemen's support for Gaza as a primary defense line for the nation. They urged Arab and Islamic states to assume their responsibilities in confronting criminal plots targeting the nation and emphasized that resistance and jihad are the right paths to confront imperialist and expansionist powers. In Sa'ada province, 41 rallies were held, expressing steadfast support for Palestine and condemning attempts to disarm the resistance in Palestine and Lebanon. Participants called such calls a service to Israel and American directives. In Hodeidah, 265 rallies were held across districts, reiterating popular support for Palestine and denunciation of Israeli massacres and blockade. Similar demonstrations took place in Sana'a province ( 35+ locations), Ibb (280), Dhammar (52), Al-Dhalea, Lahj, Al-Jawf, Al-Mahwit, and other provinces, with participants praising Yemeni Armed Forces operations against Israeli targets and maritime blockade enforcement. The rallies culminated in a statement reaffirming firm and unshakable support for Gaza, Palestine, and the resistance, defending the nation against the gravest crimes by Israel and its U.S. ally. They called for the necessity to criminalize Zionism, disarm Israel, and strengthen Palestinian and Lebanese resistance as a barrier against ongoing genocidal policies. Absolute rejection of Netanyahu's 'Greater Israel' project was emphasized, highlighting the dangers it poses to the nation, the region, and Islamic sanctities, and denouncing any Arab governments or groups facilitating it. Participants prayed for victory for the Palestinian people, protection of fighters, mercy for the martyrs, healing for the wounded, and release of prisoners.