S. Korea security adviser says transit through Strait of Hormuz not going smoothly

SEOUL - National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac said Friday the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz still remains largely blocked despite a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, pledging that South Korea would continue to seek alternative shipping lanes.Speaking at a press briefing at Cheong Wa Dae, Wi stressed that the government will continue efforts to secure alternative supplies of crude oil and naphtha amid concerns over Iran's continued restrictions on traffic through the vital waterway."Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted," Wi said. "Uncer…READ FULL ARTICLE