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South Korea's Defense Ministry announced the deployment of a maritime patrol aircraft and a mine-clearing team near the Strait of Hormuz to ensure safe navigation. Previously, South Korea opposed sending troops to the region, aiming to protect its maritime trade and energy supply. The Cheonghae anti-piracy unit will extend its operations to this strategic area, including a destroyer and various unmanned vehicles. The deployment is non-combative and will not target Iranian territory. President Lee Jae-myung reiterated South Korea's commitment to non-involvement in military conflicts, despite U.S. calls for support against Iran. Tehran has warned against such deployments.