30.10.2026 13:50
It was alleged that the Houthis in Yemen’s capital Sanaa and its surroundings demanded that more than 550 private schools send five students each for military training. While it was claimed that schools not complying with the instruction were threatened with closure and fines, some families stated that their children were taken from classrooms without their knowledge and taken for weapons training. It was reported that worried families began not sending their children to school.
Remarkable allegations have been made regarding a military training campaign allegedly conducted by the Houthis in and around Yemen's capital, Sanaa. According to the allegations, more than 550 private schools have become targets of a campaign aimed at ensuring students participate in military training programs.
It has been claimed that Houthi officials instructed school administrations to send five students from each school to military courses.
THREAT OF CLOSURE FOR SCHOOLS THAT DO NOT COMPLY
According to the allegations, school administrations that do not comply with the instructions are faced with the threat of fines and the closure of schools. It is stated that due to this pressure, educational institutions are forced to send students to military programs.
THEY ARE TAKEN WITHOUT THEIR FAMILIES' KNOWLEDGE
Some families claimed that their children were taken out of classes without notifying them and taken by vehicles to unspecified locations.
It was alleged that students are subjected to ideological training at these locations and trained in the use of weapons.
FAMILIES ARE NOT SENDING THEIR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL
The allegations have caused serious concern among families in the region. It was reported that some parents have begun not sending their children to school, fearing the possibility that they will be included in military training programs and sent to conflict zones.
It is stated that families prefer to interrupt their children's education in order to ensure their safety.