Explosion, fire reported on South Korean vessel in Strait of Hormuz — Foreign Ministry
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The South Korean Foreign Ministry reported an explosion and fire on the bulk carrier Namu, operated by HMM, while it was anchored in the Strait of Hormuz near the UAE. There were 24 crew members on board with no reported casualties, and the cause of the incident is currently under investigation.
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What happened
The Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Korea (ROK) has reported that an explosion and fire occurred on a vessel flying the ROK flag in the Strait of Hormuz, the Yonhap agency reported.
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The South Korean Foreign Ministry reported an explosion and fire on the bulk carrier Namu, operated by HMM, while it was anchored in the Strait of Hormuz near the UAE. There were 24 crew members on board with no reported casualties, and the cause of the incident is currently under investigation.