Massive Yemen Rally: Houthis Declare Victory Over US

Sanaa Rally: Houthis Claim Victory Over US After Airstrike Halt. A massive rally took place in Sanaa, Yemen's capital, on May 9th, 2025. Houthi rebels, the dominant force in the city, organized the demonstration to celebrate the end of US airstrikes in the country, as announced by President Donald Trump. Houthi-aligned media sources claimed that over one million people participated in the rally, filling the streets with a sea of people and a giant Palestinian flag. The event underscores the ongoing complexities of the Yemeni conflict and the significant influence of the Houthis. While independent verification of the crowd size is pending, the sheer scale of the gathering is undeniable, as shown in aerial footage. One participant, interviewed by Al-Masirah TV, stated, "This is our victory, a victory for all Yemenis and for the Palestinian cause." The rally serves as a powerful symbol of Houthi defiance and their continued influence in Yemen. The future implications of this demonstration and the cessation of US airstrikes remain to be seen, but the event certainly marks a significant turning point in the conflict.