Saudi Arabia announces that a ship belonging to one of its companies was targeted in the Red Sea

Riyadh, July 24 (KUNA) -- The General Authority of Transport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that the vessel NCC MASA, owned by a Saudi company, was targeted while sailing in the Red Sea, resulting in minor damage to the ship’s hull. The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) quoted a senior official in the Authority as saying that the vessel continued its voyage to its destination after its safety and the safety of all crew members were confirmed. The official added that the continuation of such attacks constitutes a violation of international laws and customs that ensure the safety of commercial vessels and their crews. (End) A.S. / M.A.A.