Ship attacked during Strait of Hormuz transit and other news from the Middle East

A ship was hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz early Tuesday morning, damaging its engine room and resulting in crew casualties according to the UKMTO. The incident emphasizes the ongoing dangers as Iran continues to manage shipping traffic, while the U.S. currently blocks Iranian vessels passing through the area. Furthermore, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged U.S. President Donald Trump to seek diplomatic solutions regarding the conflict with Iran.