Sana’a – The suffering of patients in the Houthi-controlled capital has worsened as near-total paralysis continues at Al-Jumhuri Hospital, the second-largest public medical facility in Sana’a. 

According to medical sources, the disruption stems from an escalating internal conflict among Houthi leaders over appointments and revenue-sharing.

The dispute has led to a sweeping shutdown of services, depriving hundreds of patients daily of essential care and treatment. 

Families report being turned away or forced to seek costly alternatives, while accusations mount against the Houthis of diverting hospital resources to serve the families of fighters killed or wounded on the frontlines.

Sources revealed that the struggle pits factions within the so-called Zakat Authority against rival officials in the Houthi-run Ministry of Health. 

The renewed clashes center on administrative appointments and attempts to assert control over the hospital’s management and finances.