#usa #israel #iran #uk #france #frg : #militarymission / #navalvessels
("We are here on a strictly peaceful mission," comes the calls from the gunboats.
"Thank you for visiting, but we’re living in peace here again now.")
„France & Britain said on Fri., April 17, they will lead a multinational mission ensure #freedomofnavigation in the #StraitofHormuz, while emphasizing the force would be entirely defensive – & only deployed once a #peace in the region was agreed.“

As the Paris talks were being held on Friday, bringing together over 30 other heads of state and government, most of them mainly attending by video link, Iran announced that the key shipping route would be open to commercial vessels as long as a ceasefire in the Middle East lasts.

HD Hyundai Chairman Chung Ki-sun visits Philippines with government economic delegation, emphasizing company's role as key bridge between Korea and Philippines through shipbuilding operations, naval vessel contracts, and business cooperation initiatives

President Trump announces U.S. forces destroyed nine Iranian naval vessels and most of Iran's naval headquarters in military strikes, warning remaining vessels will also be targeted as tensions escalate in the region.
POSCO and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries have signed an MOU to jointly develop and apply high-manganese steel for advanced naval vessels, aiming to enhance survivability and global competitiveness in the maritime defense sector.