The South Korean presidential office confirmed that there is no final decision yet to send troops to the Strait of Hormuz, noting that they are considering combat, rescue, and non-combat missions.
On 4 September 2026, the South Korean presidential office confirmed that the government has not made a final decision regarding sending troops to the Strait of Hormuz, although it is reviewing ways to support international efforts to maintain freedom of navigation in this strategically important route.
A presidential office official said South Korea could support missions in the Strait of Hormuz if it does not affect national defense readiness, considering the security situation on the Korean Peninsula and following South Korea’s legal procedures.
This position follows South Korean media reports that the government is preparing to seek parliamentary approval to send troops and combat support vessels to the Strait of Hormuz after U.S. President Donald Trump increased pressure on South Korea to join military efforts to secure key shipping lanes. Trump has repeatedly accused South Korea of rejecting U.S. requests. However, South Korean presidential officials emphasized that discussions have not yet reached the stage of requesting parliamentary approval and that no final decision has been made.
Source: Yonhap