Sana’a — A widely circulated video has sparked outrage and concern after showing citizens in the Yemeni capital discovering a newborn baby girl abandoned inside a cardboard box.

Eyewitnesses said the infant was found Tuesday in a residential area of Sana’a, prompting immediate calls for help from passersby.

The footage, shared across social media platforms, captured the moment residents gathered around the box before alerting local authorities.

Humanitarian activists condemned the incident, describing it as a stark reminder of the worsening social and economic pressures facing families in Yemen amid years of conflict. The child was reportedly taken to a nearby medical facility for urgent care, though no official statement has yet been released regarding her condition.

The video has fueled public debate over child protection and the need for stronger social safety measures, as Yemen continues to grapple with poverty, displacement, and a fragile humanitarian situation.