Taiz Emergency Committee suspends education in Houthi-controlled districts

The Taiz Emergency Committee has reaffirmed its decision to suspend classes and grant temporary leaves in districts under Houthi militia control. The committee stated that any attempts to force students, teachers, or administrators to resume studies outside of official directives violate safety protocols designed to protect lives and rights.

The committee expressed concern regarding reports of pressure from Houthi militias on school and university officials to resume operations. It warned that such pressure risks using educational institutions for recruitment and sectarian mobilization. The committee holds the militias and any collaborators responsible for endangering students and staff.

In a related development, Taiz University announced the suspension of studies and exams at its Al-Turbah branch following the arrest of a computer science student within the campus. The university reported that student attendance in some departments dropped to 23 percent due to security concerns, making the continuation of exams unfeasible. While academic activities are paused, administrative work at the Al-Turbah branch continues.