Hundreds of thousands of Yemenis have taken to the streets, demanding that former President Ali Abdullah Saleh face trial for the deadly crackdown on months of protests. Demonstrations have erupted in the capital, Sanaa, and other cities across the country.
Despite signing a deal last month to step down as president in exchange for immunity from prosecution, Saleh continues to be a focal point of discontent. The agreement, which set the date for new presidential elections on February 21, has not quelled the ongoing protests that initially began in February with calls for Saleh’s removal from power.
Adding to the unrest, Yemenis rejected a unity government formed over the weekend, which included some ministers from Saleh’s administration. The protests reflect a deep-seated dissatisfaction with the political transition and a desire for accountability for the violence inflicted during the government’s response to the demonstrations.
In areas of the capital marked by clashes between armed tribesmen and Saleh’s forces, the situation escalated with the sound of five explosions. A medic on the scene reported two injuries, underscoring the volatility and tension persisting in Yemen despite the political shifts and agreements. The demand for justice and a transparent political process remains a central theme as Yemen navigates the complexities of its post-Saleh era.
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