Iran Issues Warning to South Korea Over Troop Deployment Plans: "No Participation in Aggression"... Foreign Ministry Pledges "Close Communication"

On September 7, Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a "public warning" aimed at the South Korean government, which is considering deploying troops to the Strait of Hormuz. There are signs that the troop dispatch issue could escalate into a diplomatic dispute between South Korea and Iran. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated its basic position, saying, "We are communicating closely with the international community."

Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, posted on X (formerly Twitter) that "No country with sovereignty and responsibility should succumb to U.S. pressure and threats, and participate in acts of aggression and heinous crimes against the great Iranian people." He further warned, "Should any other nation station troops or take part in military operations in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, it will necessarily be regarded as a direct supporter of the perpetrators of aggression, and this will bring about serious consequences."

Baghaei drew particular attention by posting this message in Korean himself. He also included an image with a Korean caption reading, "Unconstitutional choices come at a price."

However, Baghaei added, "Relations between Iran and the Republic of Korea have a history of more than 64 years, and the two countries' relationship has consistently developed on the basis of mutual respect." He also stated, "Iran attaches great significance to its friendly ties with the Republic of Korea."

In response, an official from South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, "Our government is communicating closely with the international community, including relevant countries, for the swift restoration of peace and stability in the Middle East and the freedom of navigation for all vessels, including ours, in the Strait of Hormuz."

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