In a statement released on May 17 via its official Telegram channel, the ministry noted, "Minister Araghchi emphasized the importance of a forward-looking perspective for the development of relations between the two countries, referencing their historical ties."
Araghchi also described the current situation in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the imposed instability and its global ramifications stem from aggressive actions by the United States and the Zionist regime against Iran. He stressed that these entities must be held accountable for their violations and crimes before the international community.
Additionally, the Iranian Foreign Ministry reported that Minister Cho highlighted South Korea's position on ensuring security and safety for maritime navigation in the region and worldwide, expressing hope for a swift resolution through diplomatic channels.
However, the Iranian Foreign Ministry's announcement did not address the recent incident involving the South Korean vessel HMM Namoo in the Strait of Hormuz. The South Korean Foreign Ministry stated that during the May 17 call, Minister Cho informed Araghchi that the South Korean government is conducting further investigations into the incident and has requested Iran's stance on the facts surrounding it.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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