U.S. Might Restart Strikes on Iran, Trump and Hegseth Warn

With talks at an impasse, both sides are holding to positions their opponents call unacceptable, while the economic pain caused by the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues to grow.

By Karoun Demirjian, Megan Mineiro, Euan Ward and Michael Levenson

Seoul weighs role in US-led push to keep Hormuz open

South Korea is weighing a possible role in international efforts to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, including the US-proposed Maritime Freedom Construct, national security adviser Wi Sung-lac said Wednesday. “We are reviewing various forms of international solidarity aimed at ensuring free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. But we have yet to decide what role we could play,” Wi said during a meeting with managing editors of local newspapers and broadcasters. Wi said the review reflec

By The Korea Herald

South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after U.S. talks, minister says

South Korea's Defense Minister said phased support could include expressions of political support, personnel dispatches, information-sharing and providing military assets.

South Korea weighs phased role in Hormuz mission after US talks, defense minister says

South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back told a press conference that he had conveyed Seoul’s position at a meeting with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Monday.

Tehran slams US push for Hormuz Strait security resolution - Tehran Times

Tehran slams US push for Hormuz Strait security resolution  Tehran Times