Security forces affiliated with the Houthi militia in Ibb governorate have arrested journalist and writer Ahmed Tarish Khursan following his summoning for interrogation over his social media posts. Sources revealed that Khursan received a summons from the individual impersonating the Director of Security for Ibb Governorate, known as "Abu Ali Al-Kahlani." Khursan was subsequently detained without his family or associates being informed of his whereabouts. The fate of the writer and journalist remains unknown as of the time of this report, with no information available regarding his detention location or the authority conducting the investigation. The arrest is reportedly linked to opinions and posts Khursan published on his Facebook page, a development that highlights the ongoing suppression of freedom of opinion and expression in areas under Houthi control. Ahmed Tarish Khursan is known for his cultural and media activities, as well as his literary and journalistic writings. News of his arrest has caused concern among media and cultural circles in Ibb governorate, prompting demands for disclosure of his detention location, assurance of his safety, and his immediate release. |
