The Korea Times
Korea has shared information with Iran on Korea-related ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, sources familiar with the matter said Tuesday, in a possible sign that Seoul may seek to negotiate their passage amid the U.S.-Iran war. Chung Byung-ha, special envoy to Iran, reportedly shared the details during his consultations with Iranian officials, including efforts to ensure the safety of the vessels and crew members. Chung is in Tehran this week as the foreign minister's envoy to discuss with Iran the stranded ships and other bilateral matters related to the conflict. Seoul's move appears to factor in the two-week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, in a possible shift from its previous stance of ruling out any bilateral negotiations with Iran to secure their transit. According to the oceans ministry, 173 seafarers remain aboard 26 vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The foreign ministry declined to confirm the details of the consultations with Tehran. "We are communicating with relevant countries on the safety and passage of the vessels in the Strait of Hormuz," the ministry said. It r
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