New Delhi, May 2 -- A ship carrying humanitarian aid and activists to Gaza was allegedly hit by drones off the coast of Malta on Friday.

Around 12 crew members and four civilians were on board. However, no casualties were reported, reported news agencies quoting a statement by Codepink, a grassroots peace and social justice movement.

The vessel, which belongs to the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, was trying to get food and supplies to people in Gaza, said the statement.

"At 00:23 Maltese time, a #FreedomFlotilla ship was subjected to a drone attack. The front of the vessel was targeted twice, resulting in a fire and a breach in the hull. The ship is currently located in international waters near #Malta. An #SOS distress signal was sent," said ...