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, came as Seoul considers a potential military deployment to the strait amid US pressure.
Iran has strongly opposed any foreign military involvement in the Strait of Hormuz. During the talks, Cho expressed concern over the recent situation in the Middle East and voiced hope for sustainable peace and stability in the region.
Cho also underscored Seoul's continued participation in international efforts to ensure freedom of navigation through the strategic waterway, stressing that the free and safe passage of all vessels must be guaranteed.
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