Event Brief
S. Korean FM reaffirms will to help restore Hormuz passage
By The BriefBrief · Sources (3)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 6:10 PM ET
Summary: South Korea’s foreign minister reaffirmed that Seoul is willing to contribute substantively to restoring free passage through the Hormuz Strait, according to the foreign ministry. The remarks were made in a message to Rubio, with Seoul emphasizing its intent to support efforts related to the strait’s access.
WHO: South Korea’s foreign ministry (South Korean FM)
WHAT: Reaffirmed Seoul’s will to contribute substantively to restoring free passage through the Hormuz Strait
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026 at 4:58 PM ET
WHERE: South Korea
WHY: The foreign minister’s remarks were a response to the Rubio-related engagement, reaffirming Seoul’s position on restoring free passage through the Hormuz Strait.
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