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

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South Korea plans to expand its anti-piracy unit Cheonghae's area of operation to approximately 650km from the Strait of Hormuz, moving operations closer to the port of Duqm in Oman. This decision follows pressure from US President Donald Trump to provide military support for his war in Iran, prompting the government to seek parliamentary approval for the motion. The expansion requires approval from President Lee Jae Myung and the cabinet, with the specific location set near the port of Duqm in Oman.

Key points

• South Korea plans to expand anti-piracy unit Cheonghae's area of operation to approximately 650km from the Strait of Hormuz.
• The expansion moves operations closer to the port of Duqm in Oman, following pressure from Donald Trump to support his war in Iran.

Context

The decision stems from US President Donald Trump's request for military support for his war in Iran, which has prompted South Korea to seek parliamentary approval for extending its anti-piracy unit's range. The motion requires approval from President Lee Jae Myung and the cabinet, with the specific location set near the port of Duqm in Oman.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single article from November 2026 stating the government plans to seek parliamentary approval for the expansion. Specific dates for the parliamentary vote or cabinet approval are not provided, and the exact timeline for the move remains uncertain.

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