Why it matters:
The funeral of one of Yemen’s highest-ranking commanders martyred in recent confrontations underscores the depth of popular support for the country’s armed struggle and its solidarity with Palestine amid Ansarullah's “sacred jihad” against US and Israeli aggression.
The big picture:
Al-Ghomari was a key figure in Yemen’s defense operations and in coordinating support for Gaza as part of the “Promised Victory” campaign.
His funeral drew massive crowds across Yemeni cities, reflecting the endurance of the resistance movement despite years of war and siege.
Al-Houthi described the martyr’s passing as part of Yemen’s broader battle against “the tyrants of our time — America and Israel.”
What he’s saying:
Sayyed Abdul-Malik al-Houthi:
“Our dear nation bid farewell to the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, the great martyr Mohammad Abdulkarim al-Ghomari, in a massive ceremony that showed the firmness of their stance.”
“Martyr al-Ghomari and his comrades embodied the truth of our nation’s faith — standing firm in the ‘Promised Victory’ and ‘Sacred Jihad.’ Yemen has raised the banner of resistance for the sake of God and in defense of Palestine.”
“The ongoing battle distinguishes those who responded to God’s call — with faith, morality, and humanity — from those who have aligned themselves with the Zionist enemy.”
“Our nation’s position is a living school of faith and sacrifice that strengthens generations with insight and resolve.”
“While our martyrs shine like stars on the path of endurance, Arab and Islamic armies — numbering more than 25 million — remain absent and silent in one of the most critical moments of the Muslim Ummah.”
Go deeper:
The assassination of al-Ghomari has intensified anti-Israeli sentiments across Yemen.
Al-Houthi concluded that Yemen’s martyrs “have left a lasting mark on the battlefield of dignity and responsibility.”
Mojtaba Darabi - ahmad shirzadian
