Historic Crowds Fill Sana’a and Yemeni Provinces to Celebrate the Birth of Sayyida Fatima
The unprecedented turnout reaffirmed the central role of Yemeni women in confronting hostile schemes, strengthening national identity, and supporting the country’s steadfast resistance.
Palestine, PUREWILAYAH.COM — Yemeni women in the capital Sana’a and across all free provinces poured into the streets on Wednesday in massive rallies marking the birth anniversary of Sayyida Fatima al-Zahra (peace be upon her), coinciding with the International Day of the Muslim Woman.
The unprecedented turnout reaffirmed the central role of Yemeni women in confronting hostile schemes, strengthening national identity, and supporting the country’s steadfast resistance.
In Sana’a, the main rally at Al-Shaab Mosque Square highlighted the spiritual and educational significance of the occasion as women emphasized that the noble character, devotion, and steadfastness of Sayyida Fatima serve as an enduring model for the believing woman.
Participants stressed that the resilience of Yemeni women under aggression and siege—alongside their role in maintaining social stability—stems directly from their deep connection to the teachings of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them).
Multiple Cities Hold Large Marches Reflecting a Unified Message
Following the capital’s mass mobilisation, the districts surrounding Sana’a held four major marches:
Bani Hashish at the Rasool al-A’zam Square
Hamdan and Bani Matar at Qa‘a Sahman
Sana’a al-Jadida, Sanhan, Bilad al-Rus, and Khawlan at the Thalathin Square
Manakha at the al-Shahid al-Qasimi School Square
Across the rallies, women underscored the importance of strengthening community cohesion, defending cultural identity, and protecting younger generations from soft-war targeting.
Provinces Across Yemen Echo One Message: Faith, Identity, and Resistance
Large-scale marches were held in nearly every province:
Hodeidah
Women filled Al-Alfi Stadium, affirming the role of Tihama’s women in defending social unity, raising awareness, and safeguarding family and community stability.
Dhamar
Thousands gathered from all districts, calling for the preservation of Islamic values and warning against Western cultural erosion.
Amran
Mass rallies at Amran University Road and al-Ghadir in Bani Nawf highlighted women’s role in education, community awareness, and social resilience.
Al-Jawf
Women in Bart al-Marashi and al-Mutammah emphasized the importance of rooting identity, strengthening education, and raising a generation committed to Qur’anic values.
Al-Mahwit
Crowds in the government complex and Shibam Kawkaban stressed supporting the cultural and educational frontlines.
Saada
Three major marches reaffirmed adherence to the example of Sayyida Fatima as a foundation for religious and moral upbringing.
Hajjah
Participants highlighted the role of the Fatimi identity in confronting foreign plots and raising community consciousness.
Ibb
Massive rallies in Ibb city and Yarim reflected the commitment of Yemeni women to guiding the next generation according to Qur’anic principles.
Al-Bayda, Raymah, Taiz, Ma’rib, and al-Dhale‘
Women emphasized unity, resistance to aggression, educational engagement, and protecting society from cultural and moral targeting.
Statements Reaffirm Support for Palestine and the Axis of Resistance
A joint statement issued at the end of the rallies stressed:
Full support for all revolutionary decisions taken by the Yemeni leadership in defending Palestine and confronting any threat against Yemen
Firm rejection of enemy attempts to strip Yemeni women of their faith-based identity through media, cultural, and ideological tools
Continued backing of the frontlines, support for fighters, and reinforcement of community steadfastness against US-Saudi aggression
Commitment to sustaining rallies and activities supporting the Palestinian people by all available means
Condemnation of the cowardly stance of Arab regimes complicit in Israeli crimes
Renewal of the call to boycott American and Israeli goods and companies supporting them as an effective economic weapon
Embodying the Legacy of Sayyida Fatima
The massive nationwide women’s movement demonstrated that Yemeni women are not passive observers of history but active makers of it—defenders of identity, carriers of awareness, and partners in shaping the nation’s steadfastness.
With their unwavering presence, Yemeni women affirmed that the legacy of Sayyida Fatima al-Zahra (peace be upon her) remains alive across generations, guiding society toward truth, justice, and resistance. (PW)