Conflict · Strait of Hormuz · South Korea · November 4, 2026

South Korea to send military mission to Hormuz

Reported by 2 outlets · first reported Nov 4, 9:17 PM ET

South Korea will deploy maritime patrol aircraft and a mine-clearing team near the Strait of Hormuz. Its defense ministry announced the plan on Thursday.

Why it matters

Keeping the strait open matters for oil and gas supplies to Asia.

Background

Iran's war with the US has disrupted shipping through the strait. Tankers have reported mine hits.

The story so far

1. Nov 4South Korea to send military mission to Hormuz
2. Nov 5Iran says tankers ablaze in Hormuz as attack fears grow
3. Nov 6Ships attacked in Hormuz as Iran reports missiles hit Qeshm Island
4. Nov 7US confirms new 'minor strikes' on Iran's Qeshm Island as talks continue
5. Nov 9US projectiles reported on Iran's Qeshm Island
6. Nov 11Iran says it struck navigation equipment on Omani island
7. Nov 12Iran says 'accident' set two tankers on fire in Hormuz

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Sources

• France 24 ↗Nov 4, 9:17 PM ET
• Asharq Al-Awsat ↗Nov 4, 9:35 PM ET

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