Peaceful protest in 'Change Square' (Sana'a, Yemen) the evening before attacks - March 11th, 2011

Eight hours after filming this, the square was attacked by security forces using live bullets and poisonous gas during dawn prayers. All the demonstrators are unarmed and have been camping peacefully in the square since the 18th Feb, 2011. Two demonstrators died and almost a thousand injured this morning. Armed thugs blocked off entrances to the square with bricks, however demonstrators tore the walls down. Medics were arrested for helping injured demonstartors stuck in the square, and only a few ambulances were allowed to pass. Hospitals filled up today (12/03/2011), however demonstrators remain steadfast and non-violent in the square.

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[Smdaysoooon]

free yemen from this psycho system...

we want to build a better place 4 all of yemenis

[NewTalentOthman]

i like the way u end ur videos!!!! gives this impression of hope, or uncertainty.. i dunno... u like it! enjoyed the video! keep it up!!!!! so glad that a Yemeni girl is doin this, documenting, editing and all its really cool!

[jahur101]

yemeni people are know to be lions of the arab, just like how the somalian are the lions of Africa.

[mansouraicha]

very nice,,,

please sara keep up the great work

[TheYemeniyah]

I am so proud that the Yemeni people are finally voicing their opinions and fighting for their freedom. It is time for this pathetic man who calls himself a president to leave! God help all those men, women and young children. They deserve better.

[superc0o0ol]

Free Yemen the president is off the government is fucked up,, so whats next ?? Yemen becoming 4 not only 2 ,, allah y3een,, 9brna 33 years one year wont kill us... fy ala5eer ma motdrer ela al sh3b !!

[ShyFluffy]

Incredible video Sara..... amazing job thank for sharing it <3

[crazyyafai]

wallahi this brings tears. inshaAllah free yemen soon

[AMr7002]

Thank you for letting us know what's happening. Keep up the great job!

[avbyirdz]

Great video! Thanks for letting us see what's happening over there.