A disturbing incident has been reported in Sana'a, where a child was allegedly killed under brutal torture by the Houthi militia after refusing to participate in a sectarian tournament. According to Fahmi Al-Zubairi, Director of the Human Rights Office in the capital, the child, identified as Radad Saleh Ghaleb, was subjected to severe torture by the militia, resulting in his death.
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with human rights groups and officials calling for an immediate investigation into the matter. The Houthi militia has been accused of numerous human rights abuses, including the recruitment of child soldiers and the use of torture to suppress dissent.
The child's family has reportedly rejected attempts by the Houthi leader, Ali Al-Saqqaf, to pressure them into accepting tribal arbitration, instead demanding justice for their son's death. The incident has highlighted the ongoing concerns about the Houthi militia's disregard for human rights and the rule of law in areas under their control.