The South Korean Presidential Office issued a statement on Saturday, September 19, clarifying that President Lee Jae-myung did not reject a request from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The clarification follows previous reports concerning the President's stance on the matter.
This statement aims to address and correct the narrative surrounding the diplomatic interaction between the two leaders. The administration's move serves to reaffirm the status of the bilateral request and manage expectations regarding South Korea's potential involvement in the region.
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