South Korea official says unlikely anyone but Iran behind Hormuz ship attack, Yonhap reports
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Key Points:
- A senior South Korean official indicated that it is unlikely anyone other than Iran was responsible for the May 4 attack on the South Korean cargo vessel Namu near the Strait of Hormuz.
- South Korea is analyzing intelligence shared by the U.S. and has sent expert teams to Dubai to conduct a forensic investigation of the damage to the vessel.
- The South Korean foreign ministry stated it would take appropriate measures once the investigation concludes and Iran is found responsible.
- Iran has denied involvement in the attack and has not commented further as South Korea continues its probe.
- U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran of firing on the vessel shortly after the incident and urged South Korea to join U.S.-led efforts to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.