Iran has warned South Korea against deploying troops or participating in United States-led security operations in the Strait of Hormuz, saying such involvement could have “serious consequences.”
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei issued the warning after Seoul said it was considering contributing to US security efforts in the strategic waterway.
Daily Post had reported that South Korea stated on Friday that it was reviewing possible contributions to the US-led efforts, provided such involvement would not compromise the readiness of its own military. Seoul, however, stressed that no final decision had been taken.
Tehran has maintained significant control over the Strait of Hormuz since the outbreak of its war with the United States on February 28, heightening tensions around one of the world’s most strategically important maritime routes.
