Women in Yemen warn of civil war and famine
The Hague, September 2011
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Women in Yemen warn of civil war and famine
Gender Concerns International supports the “Watan” Coalition in its call to International Community to take all the necessary measures to stop armed actions against peaceful demonstrations
Today, 18th September, Saleh's armed forces killed more than (24) peaceful demonstrators and injured more than (342), (36 of whom are critical) - during a peaceful march which took place in the Change Square in Sanaa. According to information from the Field Hospital in the Change Square, the number of victims is expected to rise.
Gender Concerns International supports its long term partner in its call for action. "Watan" Coalition - Women for Social Peace strongly condemns the suppression and killing of peaceful demonstrators, and at the same time, "Watan" states its opposition to the use of the peaceful revolution, as a pressure mechanism, by the political conflict parties who seek power in Yemen as indicated in Yemen Assessment Report released by the OHCHR on September 13th.
The coalition warns that such use will lead to serious consequences such as civil war and will drag the country into famine. Gender Concerns International fears the continuation of armed reactions to peaceful demonstrations that can lead to devastating consequences and further instability within the country and wider region. Immediate actions need to be taken by the International Community in order to stop the increased violence against demonstrators and limit the possibility of commencing armed conflict.
For a full call for action written by the "Watan" coalition please click here.
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