South Korea, Iran discuss Strait of Hormuz security
The foreign ministers of South Korea and Iran discussed security in the Strait of Hormuz by phone, days after Seoul confirmed it was weighing a contributio Read More: https://punchng.com/south-korea-iran-discuss-strait-of-hormuz-security/
The foreign ministers of South Korea and Iran have discussed security in the Strait of Hormuz over the phone. According to The Korea Times, the talks between Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and his Iranian counterpart, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, were initiated by Araghchi. Cho expressed concern over the situation in the Middle East and hoped for sustainable peace and stability in the region.
Cho also emphasized Seoul's commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway. He stressed that all vessels must be able to pass through safely and freely. The Korea Times reports that South Korea is weighing a potential military deployment to the strait, amid US pressure, but Iran has strongly opposed any foreign military involvement.
No further details on the outcome of the phone talks were provided. Punch Nigeria and Free Malaysia Today also reported on the phone call, but did not provide additional information.
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