President Lee Jae Myung and French President Emmanuel Macron agreed in Paris on Tuesday to work together to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Macron said a prospective multinational mission would be peaceful, while Seoul continues to weigh its role amid U.S. calls for contributions. The Korean government said it is reviewing options, including military measures, but has not made a deployment decision. Iran warned that any Korean military involvement would be seen as support for U.S. military action and carry serious consequences.
President Lee Jae Myung, left, and French President Emmanuel Macron exchange greetings following a joint press conference at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Tuesday. Yonhap
President Lee Jae Myung and French President Emmanuel Macron agreed Tuesday to work together to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, with Macron describing a prospective multinational mission as "peaceful" as Seoul weighs its role in the strategic waterway.
The two leaders discussed cooperation on Middle East issues during their summit at the Elysee Palace in Paris, amid growing attention in Korea over how the government will respond to U.S. calls for contributions to efforts in the strait.
