Well considering the original question is on the legality of attacking these ships, the answer is NO it is not a war crime.
The RAF regularly engaged small fishing craft of the enemy while on 'rhubarbs' (short offensive sweeps). The reasons for this as given by Douglas Bader were to prevent them signalling, and because they are supplying the enemy.
Branch of the service, or country you serve are irrelevant. Clearly fair game, in SHIII and in RL.
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