Yemen's Houthis release 153 prisoners with support from ICRC

People detained by the Houthis wait for their release in Sanaa, Yemen January 25, 2025. REUTERS/Khaled Abdullah

CAIRO (Reuters) - Around 153 prisoners were released by Yemen's Houthis on Saturday with support from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), according to a statement by the ICRC.

The identities of the prisoners were not disclosed, but the ICRC said they received regular visits by the organization in Yemeni capital Sanaa.