South Korea expands military operations to the Strait of Hormuz area

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According to Israel Hayom, the "Cheonghae" unit of the South Korean navy is expected to expand its operational activity to the sea area near the Strait of Hormuz. The unit currently operates against pirates in the Gulf of Aden area. According to the report, the expansion will include protecting shipping lanes and the country's civilian vessels.

According to Arutz Sheva, citing a statement from the South Korean Ministry of Defense in Seoul, the South Korean government is expected to submit a request to parliament to extend the military force's mission in the Middle East. The mission's current validity is due to end at the end of 2026.