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Iran Allows LNG Tanker, Korean Ship Struck in Hormuz

5/11/2026

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Iran Clears LNG Tanker

Iran cleared a Qatari LNG tanker to traverse the Strait of Hormuz, helping relieve Pakistan’s power shortages.
On 4 May, South Korean bulk carrier HMM Namu was struck by two unidentified objects in Strait of Hormuz, leaving crew unharmed.
South Korean authorities have opened an investigation and requested an explanation from Iran.
Debris will be gathered for analysis while drones persist over Gulf states, underscoring security risks.

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Trump Blames Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump blamed Iran for May 4 strike on HMM Namu and urged South Korea to rejoin Project Freedom.
The HMM Namu’s stern was hit by an unidentified object in Strait of Hormuz, and no crew members were injured.
South Korea’s Foreign Ministry said an on-site inspection on May 8 will collect debris for analysis.
Iran’s embassy in South Korea denied involvement after the damaged carrier was towed to Dubai.

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Iran Clears LNG Tanker

Iran cleared a Qatari LNG tanker to traverse the Strait of Hormuz, helping relieve Pakistan’s power shortages.
On 4 May, South Korean bulk carrier HMM Namu was struck by two unidentified objects in Strait of Hormuz, leaving crew unharmed.
South Korean authorities have opened an investigation and requested an explanation from Iran.
Debris will be gathered for analysis while drones persist over Gulf states, underscoring security risks.

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