Ambrey said the vessel’s engines had reportedly been disabled and it had started to drift. It did not identify the ship.

The crew of a Greek-operated bulk carrier hit by gunfire, drones and missiles in the Red Sea on Sunday were forced to abandon the vessel and were rescued by a passing ship, maritime security firms said.

Private security firm Ambrey said two security guards who were aboard the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier had been hurt in the latest attack.