“Iran has taken some shots at unrelated nations with respect to the ship movement, Project Freedom, including a South Korean cargo ship. Perhaps it’s time for South Korea to come and join the mission!” he said Monday.
South Korea’s Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said Tuesday that officials were working to ensure the safe return of the crew, without naming who was responsible.
“We will meticulously pursue all available measures to ensure the safe return of our vessel and crew,” he said.
South Korean officials are reportedly considering whether to join Trump’s proposed maritime mission in the Strait.
Since the start of the blockade, the U.S. has forced 51 commercial vessels to turn back, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said Tuesday.
UAE reports new wave of attacks as U.S.-Iran peace negotiations stall
Outside the strait, there were also fresh attacks in the Gulf. The UAE’s Ministry of Defence said Monday it intercepted 15 missiles and four drones launched by Iran. Authorities in Fujairah reported that one drone caused a fire at a major oil facility, injuring three Indian nationals.
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