Al-Kamal: Houthi Zakat Authority a new way to loot funds

Foreign Minister Discusses Humanitarian and Development Respons

Foreign Minister and Expatriates Dr. Afrah al-Zouba discussed today with Acting UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in Yemen Laurent Bukera the latest developments and the repercussions of the recent escalation by the Iran-backed Houthi militia, as well as ways to strengthen cooperation between the Yemeni government and the United Nations to address humanitarian and development needs.

Second Day of International Media Forum on Islamic Civilization Kicks Off in Tashkent

The second day of the International Media Forum “Islamic Civilization: A New Perspective – New Discoveries” commenced today, Wednesday, at the Center for Islamic Civilization in the Uzbek capital, Tashkent.

German Exports Rise 3.9 Percent

The total of German exports increased by 3.9 percent during the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year, reaching 817.8 billion euros.

Al Nassr Beat Al Fateh 3-0 in Saudi Football League

Al Nassr defeated Al Fateh 3-0 in the opening round of the Saudi Pro League, known as the Roshn Saudi League.

Last Update: ، 2026/09/16 Time 08:28:02
Latest News:

Shura Council Chairman Discusses with French Ambassador Developments, Houthi Threats to International ..

Coalition Spokesman: Houthi Terrorist Attacks Target Civilians and Civilian Objects in Saudi Arabia

Yemeni Acting Ambassador Discusses Security Cooperation with Syrian Interior Minister

Yemen, Egypt Discuss Cooperation in Employment, Vocational Training

Foreign Minister Discusses with Tunisian Counterpart Houthi Escalation, Repercussions for Red Sea, ..

Al-Kamal: Houthi Zakat Authority a new way to loot funds

[01/06/2018 07:51]

ADEN-SABA
Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, the Deputy Chairperson of the Higher Committee for Relief Aid Dr. Ebtihaj al-Kamal, has denounced the Houthi establishment of the General Authority for Zakat "in a bid to replace the Social Welfare Fund" and disrupt the Fund's work in the provinces controlled by the rebels.

In a press statement, al-Kamal told Saba that "this illegal measure represents a worrying development in the militia's course of gratuitous moves to levy funds for their wild war against the Yemenis."

She said the created authority will be an additional burden on the people and increase their suffering.

The rebels' move and preparation to discuss the Khomos (fifth of income) tax in their self-proclaimed "House of

Representatives" in Sana'a reflects the haughtiness of this militia as it seeks to impose its mantle of authority with disdain to the laws and constitutions in force for more than half a century."