Hodeida - Saba:
The city of Zabeed in Hodeida Governorate witnessed a popular celebration for the people of the districts of Tohaita, Jarahi, and Zabeed, marking the anniversary of the Day of Wilaiya of Imam Ali, peace be upon him, under the slogan "Whoever I am his master, then this Ali is his master."
The celebration, which was attended by directors of directorates and a group of leaders from the local authority, executive offices, and the General Mobilization Forces, focused on the significance of this anniversary and the importance of drawing inspiration from the values of loyalty from the life of the Commander of the Faithful and his heroic and jihadist stances in the face of tyranny.
The ceremony's speeches stated that commemorating the Day of Allegiance is a firm affirmation of the Yemeni people's adherence to the approach of Imam Ali and a renewal of their pledge of loyalty to him. They noted that the occasion commemorates the values of sacrifice and courage in confronting the forces of global colonialism and the tyrants of evil, America and Israel.
They emphasized the importance of associating with the leaders of guidance who adhere to the directives of Allah and His Messenger, foremost among whom is Imam Ali, peace be upon him. They noted that true and sincere allegiance to Allah, His Messenger, and Imam Ali is the nation's impregnable fortress against subservience to Jews and Christians. They explained that commemorating this anniversary provokes the wrath of the nation's enemies and embodies the extent of the Yemeni people's deep-rooted loyalty to Allah, His Messenger, and Imam Ali, and their commitment to following their path, considering allegiance a covenant of mercy, care, guidance, pride, dignity, education, and construction.
The speeches called for investing in this historic milestone to enhance collective awareness, renew our resolve to persevere, emulate the sacrifices of the Commander of the Faithful, and embark seriously on implementing the directives of the Leader of the Revolution, Sayyid Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, in support of the Palestinian cause.
They praised the distinguished model set by the governorate's districts, particularly Zabeed, Jarahi, and Tohaita, in championing the causes of the nation and the people, supporting the fronts, and defending dignity and sovereignty. They highlighted the deep-rooted popular awareness of the importance of this occasion as a source of inspiration and strengthening of faith identity.
The speeches indicated that this great popular engagement is inseparable from the deep intellectual and spiritual affiliation of the people of Tehama, who have remained, throughout the ages, at the forefront of the defense of the faith, committed to the positions of truth and loyalty to the symbols of authentic Islam.
They considered the anniversary of the Day of Allegiance a major educational milestone for instilling the meanings of loyalty and responsibility, emphasizing that Yemenis have embodied this concept in word and deed from the time of the Prophet until today.
They stated that celebrating this occasion in the historic city of Zabeed gives the anniversary cultural and spiritual dimensions, reflecting the deep-rooted concept of guardianship in the conscience of the people of Yemen and highlighting their role in protecting identity and fortifying the nation against intellectual and political infiltration.
The celebration included segments of folk dancing, authentic Tehami chanting, and zamel and poems that expressed the symbolism of the Day of Ghadir Khumm, the extent of Yemenis' adherence to the Prophet's family, and their deep historical pride in Imam Ali (may God be pleased with him).
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