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South Korea Limits Hormuz Aid, Condemns Ship Attack, Discusses Submarines

5/13/2026

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Ahn Gyu-back told Pete Hegseth South Korea will limit Hormuz aid to political support and non-combat assets while planning a phased contribution for navigation.
Seoul condemned an attack on a South Korean-flagged cargo ship near the Strait and is investigating responsibility.
Talks addressed a control transfer and nuclear-powered submarines, with no discussion of reducing U.S. forces in South Korea.

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Ahn Gyu-back told Pete Hegseth South Korea will limit Hormuz aid to political support and non-combat assets while planning a phased contribution for navigation.
Seoul condemned an attack on a South Korean-flagged cargo ship near the Strait and is investigating responsibility.
Talks addressed a control transfer and nuclear-powered submarines, with no discussion of reducing U.S. forces in South Korea.