This story, produced by INSAF for Rights and Development as part of their advocacy efforts under the SAFE Project, highlights the plight of Saber, a 14-year-old boy from Yemen’s marginalized and displaced communities.
Saber was unjustly detained in a military prison in Lahj Governorate after being accused of stealing a small piece of scrap metal. Despite the trivial nature of the accusation, he was held for two months without legal proceedings, enduring harsh conditions and mistreatment. His detention violates multiple legal protections for minors, including the prohibition of child imprisonment in military facilities.
Attempts by mediators to secure Saber’s release were rejected due to discrimination against his displaced status. His impoverished family lacks the resources to fight for his freedom. His case is not isolated but reflects broader systemic oppression faced by displaced and marginalized groups in Yemen.
International organizations, including the UN, have condemned the abuse of children in conflict zones and call for urgent reforms to protect vulnerable minors. Experts emphasize the need for stronger legal safeguards, the immediate release of detainees like Saber, and the establishment of juvenile rehabilitation centers to prevent further injustices.
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