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Iran-Backed Houthis Strike Saudi Base, Escalating Yemen Conflict

September 13, 2026

Summary

Iran-backed Houthi forces claimed new drone and missile attacks on a military base in southern Saudi Arabia, escalating fighting with Yemeni government forces. An Iranian commercial vessel was also struck near the Strait of Hormuz, killing one person.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Houthis claim attack on Saudi base as fighting flares with Yemeni forces
  • The Houthis’ escalation in Yemen could flop
  • Iranian vessel in Hormuz hit, while Houthis expand control of shipping lane
  • Fighting continues between Yemen gov’t forces, Houthis: What is the latest?
  • ‘We Left in the Clothes We Were Wearing’: Yemenis Flee New Fighting
  • Iran reports commercial vessel struck in Strait of Hormuz - CNN

Center

  • Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen claim new attacks on Saudi Arabia - AP News
  • Iranian ship attacked near Strait of Hormuz: Iranian state media
  • An Iranian commercial ship is struck near Strait of Hormuz with 1 dead, Iranian media say - AP News

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