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South Korean sailors on ship deck

A significant chunk of South Korea's oil supply moves through the Strait of Hormuz, which is why Seoul is reportedly weighing a limited military deployment there. The initial proposal called for a patrol plane, a mine countermeasures team, and a supply ship, though recent reports suggest the vessel might be cut from the list entirely in favor of sending roughly 50 personnel instead. No final decision has been confirmed by the government, and the parliament still hasn't voted on the matter. Former President Donald Trump previously tied reductions in US-South Korea military drills to whether Seoul participates regarding Iran. Meanwhile, President Lee Jae-myung is traveling to France while Paris and London attempt to establish a safe passage arrangement. Source: Korea Times / Writer: Lucas

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South Korean sailors on ship deck

A significant chunk of South Korea's oil supply moves through the Strait of Hormuz, which is why Seoul is reportedly weighing a limited military deployment there. The initial proposal called for a patrol plane, a mine countermeasures team, and a supply ship, though recent reports suggest the vessel might be cut from the list entirely in favor of sending roughly 50 personnel instead. No final decision has been confirmed by the government, and the parliament still hasn't voted on the matter. Former President Donald Trump previously tied reductions in US-South Korea military drills to whether Seoul participates regarding Iran. Meanwhile, President Lee Jae-myung is traveling to France while Paris and London attempt to establish a safe passage arrangement. Source: Korea Times / Writer: Lucas

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