Asia-Pacific
Why South Korea won’t send military to Strait of Hormuz
Even after considering the US president's threats and the nation's historic ties with Washington, Seoul has insisted that the war in Iran is not its own.
September 25, 2026
Even after considering the US president's threats and the nation's historic ties with Washington, Seoul has insisted that the war in Iran is not its own.
This surprising announcement — made while the exercises were already underway — could have real upsides, if done right
Amid growing military tensions in East Asia, Beijing tested its first ever nuclear-capable submarine-launched ballistic missile
Despite a warm summit between Xi and Kim, there are still significant strategic gaps between the two countries
From Pyongyang’s perspective, engagement with Seoul has little strategic value. But there are diplomatic ways around that.
