India, March 12 -- India on Wednesday condemned an attack on a commercial cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that commercial shipping should not be targeted amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

The vessel, the Thai-registered bulk carrier Mayuree Naree, was reportedly struck while transiting the strait and heading toward Kandla.

Images shared by the Royal Thai Navy showed thick black smoke rising from the rear of the ship, with life rafts floating in the surrounding waters.

Responding to the incident, the Ministry of External Affairs said India had taken note of the reports and expressed concern over attacks on civilian vessels.

The government also noted that civilians, including Indian nationals, have been affected by...