Explosion and Fire Hit South Korean Ship in Strait of Hormuz

An explosion and fire broke out on a South Korean-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, according to South Korea's foreign ministry. The government said it was verifying reports of a possible attack on the vessel.

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran fired at the ship, but South Korean officials did not confirm that account. The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the region, and Seoul is investigating the cause of the explosion.