Sana’a – A harrowing video of Dr. Abdulrahman Mujalli, a prominent Yemeni academic and legal advocate, has gone viral across social media platforms, showing him in tears and emotional collapse in his home in Sana’a after suffering brutal retaliation by Houthi militants.

According to local sources and rights activists, the Houthi group allegedly killed Dr. Mujalli’s son, severely beat the grieving father, and set fire to his home after he publicly demanded justice and accountability for crimes committed in Houthi-controlled areas.

The incident has sparked outrage among civil society groups and legal organizations, who condemned the attack as part of a broader pattern of repression against dissenting voices and victims’ families. “This is not just a personal tragedy—it’s a chilling message to anyone who dares to speak out,” said a representative from the Yemeni Coalition for Justice and Accountability.

Dr. Mujalli, known for his work in constitutional law and human rights advocacy, had previously criticized the Houthis for their handling of legal cases and alleged abuses in detention centers. His calls for independent investigations into extrajudicial killings and property seizures reportedly drew the ire of local Houthi commanders.

The video has reignited calls for international monitoring and protection of civilians in Houthi-held territories, where rights groups say impunity and violence are escalating. No official response has been issued by Houthi authorities regarding the incident.