1,290 Squares of September 21 Revolutionaries: A Yemeni Roar Defies the Zionist Entity in the Path Toward Palestinian Liberation
The September 21 Revolution was not a fleeting date in Yemen’s history of struggle—it was a transformative milestone that embodied the Yemeni people’s will to confront oppression and tyranny, and to achieve full independence from colonial forces and regional domination. This revolution laid the foundation for a new era of freedom and sovereignty, and it became the cornerstone in elevating Yemen’s role in supporting the causes of the Islamic Ummah, foremost among them: the Palestinian cause.
From the beginning, the revolution made Palestine a central pillar of its identity—its liberation a sacred mission. Over the past years, Yemen has remained unwavering in its support for the Palestinian resistance across all arenas, becoming a living example of steadfastness and sacrifice in the face of the enemies of the Ummah.
In this report, we explore how the Yemeni people, under the leadership of the September 21 Revolution, have gone beyond words and slogans to become a genuine force of solidarity and support for Palestine—at both the grassroots and official levels.
Yemen and Palestine: Bonds of Blood and Unity
To Yemen, Palestine is not a regional or political issue—it is a sacred cause and a national interest that will never be abandoned. The Yemeni people founded their revolution on the principles of dignity and pride, deeply rooted in Islamic teachings. Supporting the Palestinian people is seen as a religious duty before it is a political stance.
From the very beginning, Yemenis have stood with Palestine in every inch of its land—offering both financial and personal sacrifices in all its battles against the Zionist enemy. As the events in Gaza have escalated, and as Arab and Islamic regimes fall into disgraceful silence, Yemen has emerged as one of the strongest regional forces flying the banner of armed support for Palestine and welcoming its people in massive nationwide demonstrations.
Million-Strong Marches: A Historic Scene of Revolutionary Mass Mobilization
The strength of the Yemeni people is most vividly seen in their millions-strong popular marches that fill squares across the country—from north to south, and east to west. On every Friday and with every Zionist escalation, Yemenis take to the streets in massive processions to reaffirm their steadfast support for Palestine.
In the most recent rally, titled “We Will Not Remain Silent About Gaza’s Genocide,” which followed the spirit of the September 21 Revolution, Yemenis filled more than 1,290 squares across 15 provinces, raising their voices high across the skies of Yemen—before the eyes of the world—reaffirming their commitment to the Palestinian cause.
Numbers That Speak for Themselves
Sana’a: Al-Sabeen Square saw a massive turnout of thousands.
Hajjah: 265 squares hosted tens of thousands.
Al-Hudaydah: 252 squares raised slogans calling for jihad against the occupation.
Ibb: 227 squares filled with crowds demanding urgent action for Gaza.
Amran: 113 squares joined the sweeping national response.
Al-Mahwit: 94 squares overflowed with people in each locality.
These numbers—and the widespread engagement they represent—serve as living proof that Yemen has always been, and remains, the first line of defense for Palestine.