# Houthis claim attack on Saudi base as fighting flares with Yemeni forces

https://mins.news/en/item/56259

- The Guardian, 2026-09-13 01:27 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/13/houthis-claim-attack-on-saudi-base-as-fighting-flares-with-yemeni-forces

> Iran-allied Houthi fighters say they used drones and missiles against the Sharurah military base in southern Saudi Arabia, targeting weapons depots and command centres. Fighting with Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces has intensified this week, driving growing numbers of civilians from their homes.

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