Human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Tawakkol Karman has expressed her deep sorrow over the passing of the distinguished Yemeni poet and human rights defender Fouad Al-Himyari, who was widely known for his steadfast dedication to the just causes of the Yemeni people.

In a statement published on her official Facebook page, Karman said: “With his passing, Yemen has lost a respected national figure who devoted his pen and voice to the struggle for restoring the state and ending the militias’ grip on the country’s resources.”

She extended her sincere condolences to Al-Himyari’s family, friends, and all who mourn his loss, praying that Allah grant him mercy and provide patience and solace to his loved ones.

Born in 1978 in the Shar'ab al-Rawnah district of Taiz Governorate, Fouad Al-Himyari was among the most prominent voices of Yemen’s February 2011 Revolution against the rule of the late President Ali Abdullah Saleh. Throughout his life, he remained a tireless advocate for human rights and democratic reform.

Al-Himyari struggled with kidney failure for many years. After receiving a transplant in 2017, he continued to endure complications due to his weakened immune system. His health declined sharply in recent weeks, and after falling into a coma that lasted about two weeks, he passed away in a hospital in Istanbul.

Al-Himyari’s contributions extended beyond poetry and activism. He served as Deputy Minister of Information in 2014, was the official spokesperson for the Yemeni Youth Revolution, a certified human rights trainer, and a member of the Preparatory Committee for the National Youth Conference. His memory will remain a symbol of courage, dignity, and the pursuit of justice.