Saudi Transport Authority says ship NCC Masa hit with minor damage in Red Sea

The Saudi Public Transport Authority said Friday evening that the Saudi-flagged vessel NCC Masa was struck while sailing in the Red Sea, sustaining minor damage to its hull. The ship continued to its destination after safety checks confirmed the vessel and crew were safe, according to an official statement.

The Saudi Public Transport Authority issued an official statement Friday evening confirming that the Saudi-flagged vessel NCC Masa was struck while sailing in the Red Sea, sustaining minor hull damage. The ship continued to its destination after safety checks. The statement did not identify the source of the strike. The Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb strait have seen a series of maritime security incidents in recent months, including reported Houthi attacks on vessels, as previously reported by The Zioneer. No group has claimed responsibility for this incident.

3 developments

1. 25 seconds ago · 23:16 · 24 JulLatest

   Saudi authority confirms NCC Masa sustained minor hull damage, crew is safe.

2. 23:04 · 24 Jul

   Saudi state TV confirms attack on Saudi vessel in Red Sea.

3. 22:58 · 24 Jul

   Houthis reportedly attack Saudi oil tanker in Bab el-Mandeb

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