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SUN · 2026-05-10 · 19:12 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0510-75140
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South Korea says ship was struck by ‘unidentified flying objects’ in Hormuz

South Korea is investigating an incident that occurred on May 4th in the Strait of Hormuz. A South Korean-operated cargo ship was reportedly struck by two unidentified flying objects.

Al JazeeraFiled 2026-05-10 · 19:12 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
South Korea says ship was struck by ‘unidentified flying objects’ in Hormuz
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South Korea is investigating an incident that occurred on May 4th in the Strait of Hormuz. A South Korean-operated cargo ship was reportedly struck by two unidentified flying objects. The vessel was en route to South Korea when the strikes took place. Details regarding the nature of the objects or the extent of any damage to the ship have not yet been fully disclosed. The investigation aims to determine the origin and identity of these objects.

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The ship was operated by a Korean company.

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The incident occurred on May 4 in the Strait of Hormuz.

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South Korea is investigating an incident where two unidentified objects struck a Korean-operated cargo ship.

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South Korea says it is investigating an incident on May 4 when two unidentified objects struck a Korean-operated cargo s
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unidentified flying objects
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