South Korean President Lee Jae Myung says South Korea will not deploy troops or other military assets in a way that could involve the country in the ongoing war related to Iran. Speaking at a news conference, he reiterates Seoul’s position of noninvolvement, saying there will be “no deployment” that involves or intervenes in the conflict.
The outlets agree that while Lee rejects participation in the war, he also points to a separate need to protect South Korean lives and interests. He says the government is considering “minimum activities” focused on safeguarding commercial vessels and crude oil shipping routes, particularly near the Strait of Hormuz. Several reports note a possible expansion of measures, including strengthening the Cheonghae Unit, which is already operating in waters relevant to threats against ships and Korean nationals.
Across the sources, the main difference is emphasis: some focus tightly on the pledge not to deploy forces, while others highlight the potential widening of defensive, navigation-protection roles. All describe the comments as reaffirming noninvolvement while exploring maritime security steps amid concerns about disruptions to global energy supplies.
