South Korean ship in Strait of Hormuz hit by unidentified object, ministry says

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A South Korean ship named HMM Namu was reportedly hit by an unidentified object while anchored in the Strait of Hormuz. This incident could have severe implications for shipping safety in the region and raises concerns about potential escalation in maritime conflicts.

A week ago, Seoul reported a blast and fire aboard the vessel - the HMM Namu - in the strait, while it was anchored near the United Arab Emirates.