Users in Houthi-held Yemen tried to develop advanced weapons with AI, Anthropic says
Middle East3 sources3 countries🔦 Under-reported52m ago
Anthropic revealed on Thursday, September 11, 2026, that fighters in northern Yemen attempted to use its AI platform, the Claude chatbot, to develop guidance, control, and navigation systems for ballistic missiles and rockets. The disclosure was made in a company report detailing efforts to prevent the illegal use of its technology across multiple countries.
The activity involves Iran-backed Houthi rebels who are currently on the offensive in the country. According to the findings, the AI model was enlisted by the group to assist in the technological development of guided weapons.
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Middle East Eye (GB)Focuses on the direct Houthi use of Claude for missile systems
Express Tribune (Karachi, Pakistan) (PK)Highlights Anthropic's report on preventing illegal AI use amid Houthi offensives
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