Four South Korean ships pass through Hormuz Strait safely

Four South Korean vessels have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, navigating safely after being situated within the Persian Gulf, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced.

The ships, operated by South Korean companies and carrying 26 South Korean crew members, passed through the strategic waterway on April 24. This follows the transit of two other South Korean-flagged ships on April 22, after an apparent de-escalation between the United States and Iran.

One of the four vessels is heading to South Korea, while the other three are bound for different international destinations. The ministry stated that specific details regarding the ships' routes and identities cannot be disclosed due to the crew and company's privacy concerns.

The successful passage reduces the number of South Korean ships currently within the Persian Gulf to 18. This figure is down from 26 vessels that were present during a previous blockade incident in February. The ministry is working with relevant authorities and international partners to ensure the continued safe and free navigation of South Korean maritime assets.