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NAVAL Reported Report #48715

South Korea plans to expand naval anti-piracy operations closer to Hormuz strait

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Where
Duqm, Oman, near the Strait of Hormuz
19.67° N, 57.70° E
Source
theguardian.com
www.theguardian.com
Region
Iran & Gulf states
November 5, 2026
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South Korea plans to expand naval anti-piracy operations closer to Hormuz strait
Reported locationThe dashed area is our stated uncertainty, not the impact site.

What is reported

South Korea's defence ministry says it will seek parliamentary approval to extend the Cheonghae anti-piracy unit's area to waters near Duqm port in Oman, about 650km from the Strait of Hormuz. The motion also needs approval from President Lee Jae Myung and the cabinet.

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South Korea says it will expand naval operations closer to strait of Hormuz

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