In a chilling display of power, Houthi militias have reportedly raided 532 homes and abducted 212 citizens across Yemen in just 20 days. 

This alarming campaign, spanning provinces like Saada, Sana’a, Hodeidah, Ibb, and Dhamar, has left communities in turmoil. 

The raids, which began on April 1, targeted homes, street vendors, and businesses, with accusations of espionage and aiding adversaries as justification.

The Yemeni Network for Rights and Freedoms has highlighted the Houthis' intensified surveillance and restrictions on communication. 

Devices emitting signals were confiscated, certain smart applications banned, and surveillance cameras removed from public spaces. These actions reflect the Houthis' growing paranoia and efforts to prevent defections or leaks.

Human rights violations have escalated, with detainees reportedly transferred to locations used for storing weapons, potentially as human shields. 

This act, deemed a grave humanitarian crime, underscores the fear and confusion within the group as their control faces challenges.