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Hormuz Mine Threat Sinks US Vessels; Political Controversies Continue, Major Wildfire Erupts
Hormuz Strait Crisis Escalates
The threat of minefields, dubbed 'underwater bombs,' is escalating in the Strait of Hormuz. Warnings suggest this could lead to "unprecedented retaliation."
In response, the United States reportedly sank 16 vessels involved in mine-laying, indicating that tensions in the Hormuz region have reached their peak.
Domestic Political Controversies Persist
In the political arena, rumors of a 'prosecution withdrawal deal' involving lawmaker Jeong Seong-ho were raised, but Rep. Jeong dismissed them as "absurd conspiracy theories." Related chief prosecutors also stated they had 'heard nothing' of the sort.
Meanwhile, the so-called 'Choo Mi-ae List' controversy involving former Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae also surfaced. According to an exclusive report, allegations of surveillance around Choo Mi-ae, linked to the 'Chungam-pa expose,' are expected to cause a stir.
Unprecedented Major Wildfire Occurs
An exclusive report announced that an unprecedented major wildfire has broken out nationwide, even engulfing broadleaf forests. This wildfire is considered exceptional in its scale and damage patterns.
*Source: YouTube: JTBC News (2026-03-11)*
