Baha’i women were subjected to torture in Houthi prisons

 The plight of Baha'i women in Houthi prisons in the occupied capital, Sana'a, is a grave violation of human rights. These women have been subjected to torture and intimidation, all in an attempt to force them to sign ready-made confessions and abandon their community work and religious gatherings. This persecution is part of a larger campaign of oppression against the Baha'i minority in Sana'a, which has been ongoing for several years.

Human rights sources have confirmed that dozens of Baha'is, including women, have been arrested solely based on their religious beliefs. The Houthi group, which controls Sana'a, has targeted this minority community, subjecting them to harassment, discrimination, and violence. The treatment of Baha'i women in particular is a reflection of the Houthi group's overall attitude towards Yemeni women.

The torture and intimidation faced by Baha'i women in Houthi prisons is a clear violation of their basic human rights. These women are being forced to sign confessions that have been prepared by the Preventive Security Service, without any regard for their innocence or the truth. The Houthi group is using these confessions as a means to suppress the Baha'i community and prevent them from practicing their faith freely.

It is deeply concerning that the Houthi group is targeting women specifically, as it reflects a broader pattern of gender-based discrimination and oppression. Yemeni women, regardless of their religious beliefs, deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. The Houthi group's actions not only violate international human rights standards but also undermine the progress made towards gender equality in Yemen.