Foreign Ministry spokesman Park Il holds a regular briefing at the annex of the Government Seoul Building in Jongno District, Seoul, on June 4. Yonhap
Korea on Monday welcomed a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending their monthslong war, while voicing hope for the safe passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
"Our government welcomes the agreement reached between the U.S. and Iran, and the significant progress made toward restoring stability and peace in the region," foreign ministry spokesperson Park Il said in a statement.
"We highly appreciate President Donald Trump's leadership that helped bring about the agreement, as well as the diplomatic efforts of the parties involved and relevant countries," he added.
The spokesperson voiced hope that all vessels affected in the strait, including 24 Korean-linked vessels, will soon be able to resume safe operations.
