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South Korean ship burns in Strait of Hormuz as Trump blames Iran in explosive attack claim
International
Published on 5 May 2026
The blaze came amid a fresh US shipping security push
A South Korean-operated vessel erupted in an explosion and fire in the Strait of Hormuz, with no reported casualties. U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran was behind the attack, while authorities investigate the blaze’s cause. The incident unfolded as the U.S. moved to secure shipping lanes, prompting South Korea to review intelligence and consider its response.
- Explosion and fire hit a South Korean-operated vessel in the Strait of Hormuz
- Trump publicly blamed Iran, while investigations into the incident continue
- No casualties have been reported so far
- The event occurred during a U.S. operation to protect shipping lanes
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