Human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Tawakkol Karman, has demanded the immediate release of Dr. Adel Al-Shuja', a vocal critic of government corruption and human rights abuses.

Dr. Al-Shuja', a party leader and prominent figure in Yemeni politics, was detained by the Egyptian Prosecution, likely in collaboration with the Yemeni government. 

Known for his writings exposing government corruption and violations committed by militias associated with Saudi Arabia and the UAE in Yemen, Dr. Al-Shuja's affiliation with the General People's Congress demonstrates his role and influence within the political landscape of Yemen.

Karman strongly condemns his detention, accusing the Yemeni government of lacking ethical and national legitimacy and neglecting human rights. The case resonates with human rights defenders globally, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accountability, and safeguarding human rights. 

Yemeni human rights sources have reported that Dr. Adel Al-Shuja' was arrested by Egyptian security forces who stormed his home in Cairo. He was subsequently taken to an undisclosed location, and his family has been prevented from contacting him.

According to observers, the arrest of Dr. Adel Al-Shuja' will have significant repercussions for the Yemeni opposition abroad, particularly in Egypt. By silencing a vocal critic of the Yemeni government's relationship with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, it further undermines the government's legitimacy and highlights the challenges faced by opposition figures in expressing dissenting views.