# S. Korea says Hormuz troop deployment remains under review

https://mins.news/en/item/46281

- CGTN, 2026-09-04 09:08 UTC
- World
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-09-04/S-Korea-says-Hormuz-troop-deployment-remains-under-review-1Qaeik9H7YA/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> South Korea has not decided whether to deploy troops to the Strait of Hormuz, the presidential office said, stressing that the plan remains under review and must follow legal procedures. Local reports say preparations may include a maritime patrol aircraft, an explosive ordnance disposal team and a naval logistics ship.

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