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The possibility that an entity other than Iran was responsible for the attack on a cargo ship linked to a South Korean shipping company, the HMM Namu, near the Strait of Hormuz is low, according to Yonhap news agency citing a high-ranking official from South Korea.
Seoul is analyzing intelligence shared by the United States regarding the May 4 aggression against the Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) vessel, which caused a fire and damaged the lower part of the stern of the hull.
"Once we conduct the investigation and present the evidence, I am confident that the Iranian side will respond appropriately," said the South Korean official.
South Korea has sent expert teams to Dubai - where the HMM Namu is being inspected before scheduled repairs - to conduct a forensic investigation into the damage sustained by the vessel.
The South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the comments were made "on the premise that Iran's responsibility for the attack is determined through the investigation" and that appropriate measures would be taken once the inquiry concludes.
Iran had previously denied responsibility for the attack, which involved a strong impact on the side of the vessel. It has since refrained from further comments, while Seoul continues its investigation.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated shortly after the incident that Iran had fired upon the South Korean vessel, urging Seoul to join U.S.-led efforts to ensure the safety of navigation through the strait.
Source: portalportuario
