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Iran claims it struck an oil tanker in Hormuz

Iran asserts responsibility for striking an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it was an unauthorized attempt to pass through the waterway. Hundreds of thousands of Iranians gathered in Tehran, demonstrating unwavering support for the government amid the ongoing conflict initiated by the United States and Israel. South Korea is contemplating expanding a naval presence in the Gulf of Aden to safeguard its vessels and oil shipping lanes, but they will not engage in direct involvement with the Iran situation.

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