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South Korea's oceans ministry
Coverage of South Korea's oceans ministry in the Nexus archive.
- South Korea cargo ship Namu to exit Strait of Hormuz after attack in Gulf
South Korea's Oceans Ministry announced the cargo vessel Namu, operated by HMM, will exit the Strait of Hormuz in mid-July after repairs from an attack. The attack, likely involving an Iranian anti-ship missile, prompted Seoul to summon the Iranian ambassador to share investigation results and protest.
- Eight more South Korean ships exit Hormuz, ministry says
Eight additional South Korean vessels have left the Strait of Hormuz due to security concerns. Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority warned against unauthorized routes, and the UN's International Maritime Organisation suspended its escort program after a suspected attack on a cargo vessel near Oman, causing oil prices to rise.