Blue House Conducts Intensive Inspection of Security Information Leaks Related to Hormuz

"Serious Impact on National Security and Interests... Highly Sensitive Classified Matters"


On Troop Deployment and Technical Support: "No Concrete Contribution Plan Has Been Determined"

The Blue House is conducting an intensive review regarding the potential external leak of classified military, diplomatic, and security information related to the discussions on deploying forces to the Strait of Hormuz. The Blue House has warned that if such information is leaked, it could have serious implications for national security and interests, stating that it is "conducting a thorough inspection in accordance with relevant laws and regulations." The administration also reaffirmed its existing position that no concrete contribution plan for the Strait of Hormuz has yet been decided.

President Lee Jae-myung going to the Blue House marks the official resumption of the Blue House era after 3 years and 7 months, and a phoenix flag is flying at the Blue House in Seoul on December 29, 2025. Photo by Jo Yongjun

At the 46th Chief Presidential Secretary Meeting presided over by the President on the 11th, Kang Yu-jung, Chief Senior Spokesperson for the Blue House, addressed reports that the presidential office’s civil affairs office had initiated an inspection regarding the leak of sensitive information about the Strait of Hormuz. She emphasized, “Information related to military, diplomatic, or security affairs constitutes highly sensitive classified matters,” adding, “Should such information be leaked, it could have a grave impact on national security and the national interest, and could even result in negative consequences.”

She further stressed, “The Blue House is rigorously inspecting any leaks of classified military, diplomatic, or security information whose release has not been officially decided, in accordance with the relevant laws.” While Kang did not directly mention whether an investigation had been launched or specify the exact scope of the inquiry, she clarified that the Blue House is in the process of verifying the facts and investigating the circumstances behind the recent disclosures to external parties of internal government deliberations related to the Strait of Hormuz.

Recently, within and outside the government, there have been ongoing assessments that, in order to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, the South Korean government is considering multiple options beyond the dispatch of troops, including non-combat and technical support. After the government task force’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), certain details of their review were reported, leading to concerns that sensitive security information is being excessively exposed.

Meanwhile, the Blue House again drew a clear line against interpretations that a specific course of action—such as a troop deployment or technical support—has already been chosen. Chief Senior Spokesperson Kang stated, “In fact, the term ‘technical support’ has never been used in any official Blue House briefing,” and added, “We are closely coordinating with the international community on practical measures to swiftly restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as to promote peace and stability in the Middle East.”

She reiterated, “No concrete contribution plan has been determined,” and stressed, “This is the Blue House’s official position, and it has never changed.”

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