# Yemen conflict involving Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/yemen-conflict-involving-houthi-rebels-and-saudi-arabia > Updated: 2026-09-22T14:10:21.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed to have shot down a Saudi Arabian F-15 fighter jet over the Marib province using a locally manufactured surface-to-air missile. The group released video footage purportedly showing the aircraft being tracked and the moment of impact. While debris with Saudi markings was observed, the Saudi Arabian government has not officially confirmed the loss of the aircraft. Concurrently, the discovery of debris from a Chinese-designed DF-15A ballistic missile in the Raghwan district of Marib province has led to speculation regarding the involvement of Chinese-made weaponry in the conflict. Experts identified the object as a detached booster from a medium-range ballistic missile. Saudi officials noted that Houthi rebels do not possess this specific technology, leading to reports suggesting the debris may indicate a Saudi Arabian launch. This discovery has raised questions regarding potential arms cooperation and the role of China in the region. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-22: Chinese missile debris found in Yemen sparks Saudi arms speculation Debris marked ‘DF-15A’ found in Yemen has sparked speculation that Saudi Arabia used Chinese medium-range ballistic missiles in the conflict against Houthi rebels. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chinese-missile-debris-found-in-yemen-sparks-saudi-arms-speculation ### 2026-09-15: Houthi rebels claim to shoot down Saudi F-15 jet in Yemen Houthi rebels claim to have downed a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Yemen's Marib province. Concurrently, evidence suggests Saudi Arabia may have used Chinese DF-15A ballistic missiles in the conflict. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/houthi-forces-claim-to-have-shot-down-saudi-f-15-jet-over-marib --- Cite as: Yemen conflict involving Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/yemen-conflict-involving-houthi-rebels-and-saudi-arabia