Sana’a, Yemen — confirmed reports from sources close to the Houthi leadership suggest that Abdul Karim al-Houthi, the group's Interior Minister and uncle of Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, has entered a state of clinical death following a sudden deterioration in his health.

The claims, which have circulated through Houthi-affiliated media channels and social platforms, indicate that al-Houthi has been receiving intensive medical care in Sana’a for several days. His condition reportedly worsened over the weekend, prompting senior figures within the group to hold emergency meetings to discuss succession and internal security arrangements.

Abdul Karim al-Houthi has played a central role in overseeing the group’s internal security apparatus and has been instrumental in managing intelligence operations and political repression in Houthi-controlled territories. His absence from recent public events and official meetings has fueled speculation about his health status.

While the Houthi movement has not issued an official statement confirming the reports, observers note that the group's media outlets have shifted focus to broader political messaging, avoiding direct references to al-Houthi’s condition.

The potential loss of such a high-ranking figure could trigger internal power struggles and affect the group’s ability to maintain control over its security institutions. Analysts warn that this development may also impact ongoing negotiations and the fragile balance of power within the Houthi hierarchy.