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Houthis destroy historic fortress for strategic gains
The destruction of the historic Dar Al-Ma’ala fortress in Al Bayda Province by the Houthis is one of the most prominent violations against Yemeni archaeological sites. The group’s militants blew up the building using dynamite, resulting in its collapse and extensive damage. The Houthis aim to repurpose the site for military purposes, including launching missiles and drones, in order to threaten regional security and target maritime navigation in the Gulf of Aden and Bab el-Mandeb. There are also concerns that the site could be turned into a military platform, further endangering regional stability. The fortress, which had borne witness to the region’s military and social history, now stands as a symbol of the deterioration of Yemen’s cultural heritage—many archaeological sites are being destroyed and vandalized amid the absence of effective protection measures, jeopardizing the country’s historical legacy. Human rights organizations and the Ministry of Culture have condemned the Houthis’ actions, warning of the loss of Yemen’s historical memory and the erasure of cultural landmarks. They have called on the international community to safeguard the national heritage and hold those responsible for these attacks accountable.
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