A Saudi vessel, ​NCC MASA, ‌was attacked ‌while ​sailing ‌in ⁠the ​Red Sea on ⁠Friday, resulting in minor hull damage, Saudi state news agency ⁠(SPA) reported.

The vessel continued ‌to its destination after ⁠checks confirmed ⁠it and its crew were safe, SPA said, citing an official ​source ‌at ‌the General Transport Authority.

The continued targeting of commercial vessels was “a violation of international laws” that ensure the safety merchant ships and their crews, he added.