Abdul-Malik al-Houthi vs Cut Nyak Dhien

Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, along with his brother Hussein al-Houthi, founded the Houthi movement (Ansar Allah) in northern Yemen. The movement began as a religious revivalist group and later evolved into a political and military insurgency.

After the death of his brother Hussein, Abdul-Malik al-Houthi assumed leadership of the Houthi insurgency. He led a series of rebellions against the Yemeni government, demanding greater autonomy and political representation for the Zaydi Shia community.

Houthi forces under Abdul-Malik al-Houthi captured the Yemeni capital Sanaa in a swift military offensive. The takeover forced President Hadi to flee and led to the collapse of the transitional government, triggering a full-scale civil war.

Under Abdul-Malik al-Houthi's leadership, the Houthis launched ballistic missiles and drones at targets in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, including airports and oil facilities. These attacks escalated the regional conflict and drew international condemnation.

Abdul-Malik al-Houthi repeatedly rejected UN-brokered peace proposals, insisting on a military victory. His intransigence prolonged the Yemeni civil war, causing a severe humanitarian crisis with millions facing famine and disease.

After her husband Teuku Umar's death, Cut Nyak Dhien took command of Acehnese guerrilla forces. She led attacks against Dutch troops, using jungle terrain and local knowledge to sustain the resistance for over two decades.

Cut Nyak Dhien was captured by Dutch forces after a prolonged pursuit. Her capture was a significant victory for the Dutch, as she was a symbol of Acehnese resistance. She was exiled to Java, where she died in 1908.

Following her capture, Cut Nyak Dhien was exiled to Sumedang, West Java. She lived under Dutch surveillance until her death in 1908. Her exile removed a key leader from the Acehnese resistance, but her legacy as a national heroine endured.