Seoul: A vessel operated by a South Korean shipping company is currently navigating through the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant development as it is the first Korea-managed ship to make such a passage since the onset of the U.S.-Iran war, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun announced on Wednesday.

According to Yonhap News Agency, this development follows an incident involving a Panama-flagged cargo ship, HMM Namu, which is operated by South Korean shipping company HMM Co. Approximately two weeks ago, the HMM Namu was struck by two unidentified flying objects, resulting in an explosion and fire. The incident left one of the 24 crew members with minor injuries. This event has heightened concerns over the safety of vessels operating in the region, especially those managed by South Korean companies.

The successful navigation through the strait by the Korean-operated vessel is being closely monitored, given the recent tensions and the previous incident involving HMM Namu. The passage highlights the ongoing challenges and risks faced by international shipping companies operating in the volatile region.