Houthi Users Attempt AI-Driven Missile Development in Yemen

• •Houthi users attempted missile development using Anthropic's AI model, Claude.
• •The users conducted a failed test of a guided rocket but did not create an operational device.
• •Anthropic identified a group working on advanced weapons programs, including hypersonic missiles.

Anthropic reported that users in Houthi-controlled northern Yemen attempted to develop advanced missiles using its AI model, Claude. Although they did not succeed in creating an operational device, they conducted a failed test of a guided rocket. The users returned to the Claude chatbot seeking answers about their failure, indicating their engagement with the technology. Anthropic identified a group pursuing three different weapons programs, including hypersonic missiles. Hazam al-Assad, a Houthi political bureau member, dismissed claims of reliance on open-source technology for military capabilities. The report highlighted the Houthis' ongoing efforts to enhance their weaponry amidst a protracted civil conflict. This incident is part of a broader concern regarding the misuse of AI in military applications, as documented by Anthropic since March 2025.