Two South Korean-operated ships pass Strait of Hormuz after U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal

Two vessels operated by South Korea have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime passage, following a recent ceasefire memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries in Seoul confirmed the passage on Monday, stating that the ships are proceeding normally.

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Two vessels operated by South Korea passed through the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding on a ceasefire agreement last week, Seoul's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries said on Monday.

However, the ministry noted that the vessels have not yet completely cleared a high-risk zone. Further details regarding the ships, including their specific cargo or destination, were not disclosed. The ministry also clarified that neither of the two vessels recently transiting the strait had South Korean crew members on board, nor were they destined for South Korea.

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The vessels are sailing normally, but have not yet fully exited a high-risk zone, the ministry said, declining to disclose further details on the vessels.

Despite the passage of these two ships, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains tense for South Korean maritime interests. A total of 22 ships operated by South Korean entities are still stranded in the strategic waterway, highlighting ongoing concerns for maritime security in the region.

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The ships do not have South Korean crew on board and are not bound for South Korea, the ministry said.