Korea`s decision for `independent` naval ops in Hormuz Strait seeks delicate balance between US, Iran
(WorldNews South Korea)

A Iranian Revolutionary Guard boat is seen near a U.S. aircraft carrier in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. Navy helicopters hover over it, March 21, 2017. Reuters South Korea`s decision to send troops to the tense Strait of Hormuz for `independent` naval operations drove home its desire to cement alliance cooperation with the United States and avoid straining ties with its trade partner, Iran, analysts said Tuesday. Capping monthslong deliberations that pitted security cooperation with Washington against economic relations with Tehran, Seoul announced it would temporarily expand areas of operations for its anti-piracy Cheonghae unit to cover the passageway off Iran. The naval unit, now...