Presidential office says no decision reached on troop deployment to Hormuz; review ongoing
The presidential office said Friday no final decision has been reached on sending military forces to the Strait of Hormuz, saying a review is still under way. South Korea may be able to make military contributions to global efforts to ensure free navigation through the strait, to the extent that such contributions do not compromise its defense readiness, if it decides to do so, a presidential…
The presidential office announced on Friday that no definitive decision has been made to send troops to the Strait of Hormuz, stating that a review is still in progress. South Korea may be able to offer military assistance in ensuring free navigation through the strait, provided it does not hinder its own defense capabilities, according to a presidential official.
This follows reports suggesting the government is considering seeking parliamentary approval for a plan to deploy military forces, which could include a combat support ship. U.S. President Donald Trump has recently increased pressure on Seoul to contribute to the vital waterway, repeatedly alleging the ally has rejected his request.
The official emphasized that any potential contributions should be evaluated in the context of South Korea's readiness on the Korean Peninsula and in compliance with local legal procedures.
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