Saudi vessel hit in Red Sea attack, crew safe

The bulk carrier ENCELIA caught fire at its bow after being targeted in the Red Sea, the Saudi Transport General Authority said.

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A Saudi-owned vessel, ENCELIA, was struck in the Red Sea and caught fire at its bow. The Saudi Transport General Authority confirmed all crew are safe and that authorities have moved to secure the ship.

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  • Saudi-owned vessel ENCELIA struck and set ablaze in the Red Sea
  • All crew members confirmed safe by Saudi authorities
  • TGA calls the attack a violation of international maritime law

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A Saudi-owned vessel was struck in the Red Sea, triggering a fire at its bow, the Saudi Transport General Authority confirmed. All crew members are safe, and relevant authorities have moved to secure the ship and protect the surrounding marine environment.

The targeted vessel, named ENCELIA, is owned by a Saudi company. The Saudi Press Agency reported the TGA’s statement.

“These attacks constitute a violation of international laws and conventions that guarantee the safety of commercial vessels and their crews,” a TGA official said.