Second Conference on “Palestine: The Central Issue of the Nation” Kicks Off in Sanaa
The capital of resilience, Sanaa, witnessed the commencement of the Second Conference titled “Palestine: The Central Issue of the Nation.” The conference aims to shed light on the Quranic perspective regarding the Palestinian cause, expose the oppression faced by the Palestinian people, and delve into the methods employed by the Zionist enemy to perpetuate their suffering.
Distinguished local, Arab, Islamic, and international participants gathered under the banner “You Are Not Alone” to deliberate on the multifaceted dimensions of the Palestinian struggle. The four-day conference, spanning from the 22nd to the 25th of Ramadan, attracted prominent leaders, scholars, researchers, representatives of Palestinian resistance factions, and Arab communities in Sanaa. Political and academic figures, as well as poets and activists, also contributed to the rich discourse.
The conference featured 80 scientific papers distributed across six thematic axes:
- Quranic Vision of the Palestinian Issue: Scholars explored the Quranic perspective on Palestine, emphasizing its centrality in Islamic consciousness.
- Yemen’s Jihad for Palestine throughout History: A historical analysis of Yemen’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause.
- Zionist Ambitions in Yemen: Unveiling the Zionist enemy’s designs within Yemen’s borders.
- The Struggle Against the Zionist Enemy: Examining the ongoing conflict and resistance strategies.
- The Significance of Boycott and Economic Disengagement: Highlighting the role of economic boycotts in supporting Palestine.
- Yemen’s Political, Military, and Popular Role in Advocating for Palestine: Focusing on Yemen’s active role, especially after October 7, 2023.
Silence is Betrayal:Scholars Take the Lead
In his inaugural address, the esteemed Mufti of Yemen, Shams al-Din Sharaf al-Din, speaking on behalf of the Yemeni Scholars’ Association, called upon scholars worldwide to shoulder their responsibility. He emphasized the divine obligation to support the oppressed in Gaza and the occupied territories. Mufti Sharaf al-Din praised the wise revolutionary leadership of Sayyid Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, who stood resolutely alongside the Palestinian people and their just cause.
The Mufti sternly warned against silence in the face of ongoing atrocities in Gaza, asserting that such silence constitutes betrayal of Allah, His Messenger, and the believers. He reminded scholars of their duty to uphold jihad, a sacred obligation c by Allah.
Unwavering Commitment to a Sovereign Palestinian State
Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, a member of Yemen’s Supreme Political Council, applauded the launch of the Second Conference on “Palestine: The Central Issue of the Nation.” He affirmed that Palestine symbolizes the struggle of the free, and supporting it reflects the strength and determination of those who stand up against global tyranny and colonial powers.
Al-Houthi emphasized that standing with Palestine is a humanitarian and moral stance, advocating for justice, freedom, and the rights of the oppressed. He declared that Yemen rejects any notion of a two-state solution that compromises Palestinian sovereignty. The Yemeni people remain steadfast in their rejection of suspicious normalization efforts with the Israeli entity.
Yemen’s Historic Stand Against the Enemy and Its Sponsors
The conference aims to fortify the truth and advocate for the Palestinian cause during these blessed days. It serves as a wake-up call for the Arab and Islamic world, urging them to break free from complacency, silence, and abandonment.
Distinguished leaders from Sanaa, Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Iran have chosen the path of resistance against Zionist projects. Meanwhile, many Arab regimes that have normalized relations with the enemy, making it okay to witness genocide, and the scattered remains of martyrs in Gaza. The official Arab order stands condemned for its failure, while the heroic resistance persists, embracing struggle, steadfastness, patience, and martyrdom—the righteous path that secures Palestinian freedom and independence.
Dr. Abdulaziz Saleh bin Habtoor, the acting Prime Minister, welcomed the attendees, emphasizing that the conference’s timing aligns with the steps to solidify truth and advocacy. It calls upon the Arab and Islamic nations to awaken from their slumber, silence, and betrayal.
Free-thinking scholars, politicians, military leaders, and religious figures stand united in support of their Palestinian brethren. Yemen, refusing to abandon Palestine, has mobilized its valiant army to bolster the Palestinians. This historic confrontation transcends the Arab-Israeli conflict, extending to the primary backers of the Zionist entity—the United States and Britain—whose naval vessels now face Yemen’s resolute opposition.
Yemen: A Direct Partner in Palestinian Jihad
In the conference’s midst, Maaz Abu Shamala, representing Hamas in Sanaa, reaffirmed that Palestine remains the central issue of the nation. Its living conscience dispels the illusions of the Zionist project.
Palestine will persist in its unwavering resistance until liberation, the return of refugees, and the establishment of an independent state with Al-Quds as its sacred capital. Abu Shamala praised Yemen’s leadership, government, and people for their tangible and heartfelt support of the Palestinian cause. Yemen’s honorable stance makes it a unique partner in Palestinian resistance, surpassing others.
Abu Shamala decried Arab complacency in the face of the U.S.-Zionist aggression against Gaza—the siege, hunger, and deliberate suffering inflicted upon Palestinians. He lauded global support for Palestinian resistance, particularly from South Africa and Yemen.
He issued a stern message to those betting on the demise of the resistance: Despite six months since the “Flood of Al-Aqsa” battle, unlimited American support continues for the Zionist enemy. Yet Palestinian resistance persists, a historic struggle fueled by unwavering trust in divine victory.
The battle of hunger, especially in northern Gaza, reflects the steadfastness of the Palestinian people. Their just demands remain unyielding: an end to aggression, the enemy’s withdrawal from Gaza, humanitarian aid, relief for Palestinians, and the return of displaced families to their homes and land.
In closing, Abu Shamala declared that Yemen’s stance would forever be etched in Palestinian memory and resonate in the hearts and minds of every Muslim Arab. Yemen’s beacon continues to illuminate the path against American tyranny and arrogance.
Global Freedom Fighters Call for Emulating Yemen’s Stance
In a resounding call to action, Abdullah Qasir, Deputy Head of Hezbollah’s Executive Council, delivered a clarion message: “The Palestinian cause embodies truth, justice, and humanity. Standing with Jerusalem and Palestine is standing for what is right and humane.”
He condemned the genocidal massacres perpetrated by the U.S.-backed and British-supported Zionist entity against Palestinians in Gaza. These crimes defy historical precedent in their brutality and savagery, all while the world remains silent, Arab and Islamic nations falter, and complicity prevails.
Qasir lauded Yemen’s wise leadership and its unwavering support for the Palestinian people and resistance factions. He called for a global boycott of Israeli and American products, emphasizing that such economic activism is both a weapon and a principled stance. The struggle must extend beyond military and political fronts to encompass cultural and intellectual spheres.
In a televised address, international dignitaries expressed solidarity with Gaza and championed the Palestinian cause. Among them were British politician George Galloway, Russian philosopher Alexander Dugin (an advisor to President Vladimir Putin), South African parliamentarian Zolefile Mandela (grandson of the late Nelson Mandela), Indian political activist Tushar Gandhi (grandson of Mahatma Gandhi), and Alida Guevara (daughter of revolutionary Che Guevara).
Their words illuminated the suffering endured by Palestinians in Gaza—a suffering inflicted by the Zionist enemy, a stain on humanity’s conscience. They called for global unity, urging free people worldwide to stand alongside Palestinians in their just quest for an independent state with Al-Quds as its sacred capital.
Yemen’s courageous and heroic stand against the triad of evil—America, Britain, and Israel—in the Red Sea, preventing the passage of Zionist and American vessels to occupied ports, resonated powerfully. The call extended to all Mediterranean nations to emulate Yemen’s resolve and amplify the fight against the heinous genocide targeting Gaza’s women and children. Together, they must confront Western hegemony and global arrogance.
These voices united in a resounding plea: End the dominance of Western power, achieve justice, and establish peace in the region. For the regional problem lies at the heart of all global challenges.