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South Korea Tests Arctic Shipping Route

November 5, 2026

Summary

South Korea is testing an Arctic shipping route, which significantly reduces travel time to Europe, amid ongoing tensions between Russia and the West, while also expanding anti-piracy operations near the Strait of Hormuz.

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  • South Korea to expand anti-piracy unit operations closer to Strait of Hormuz - The Times of Israel

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