South Korea probe finds Iranian-made missiles likely hit ship in Hormuz
A South Korean investigation has determined that an Iranian-made missile likely caused an explosion on the cargo vessel HMM Namu near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident has led South Korea to plan a formal protest by summoning Iran's ambassador. All crew members aboard the vessel were unharmed, but the geopolitical implications of the incident could affect shipping and energy markets.
- ▪The HMM Namu was struck by an Iranian-made anti-ship missile, according to South Korean investigators.
- ▪The explosion occurred while the vessel was anchored near Umm Al Quwain in the UAE on May 4.
- ▪South Korea plans to summon the Iranian ambassador for a formal protest regarding the incident.
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