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YACC President Highlights Plight of Yemeni Children and International Responsibility in Al Jazeera Op-Ed
In an opinion piece published by Al Jazeera English, YACC President Alkhadher Sulaiman addressed the recruitment of children and the broader regional repercussions of the conflict in Yemen.
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Alkhadher Sulaiman, President and Founder of the Yafa American Community Center (YACC), authored an op-ed published on November 6, 2026, by Al Jazeera English titled "Born to be torn: A generation raised under Houthi rule in Yemen." The article examines the impact of the ongoing conflict on Yemeni youth, focusing on the dangers of child recruitment, ideological mobilization, and the disruption of basic education.
Sulaiman emphasized that the repercussions of the crisis extend beyond Yemen's borders, affecting regional stability and international maritime security. The piece calls on the international community to uphold accountability, prioritize child protection, and support rehabilitation initiatives for affected children to secure the region's future.