[뉴스1번지] 호르무즈 긴장 최고조…'셀프 종전'에 '장기전' 맞불 / 연합뉴스TV (YonhapnewsTV)

[Featured: Cho Han-beom, Distinguished Research Fellow, Korea Institute for National Unification, and Shin Jong-woo, Secretary General, Korea Defense and Security Forum] The United States and Iran are locked in a fierce standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, a global energy artery. Amidst this, President Trump has effectively declared an end to the Iranian war, claiming victory. We'll delve into this further with Cho Han-beom, Distinguished Research Fellow, Korea Institute for National Unification, and Shin Jong-woo, Secretary General, Korea Defense and Security Forum. Welcome. [Question 1] Iran has repeatedly attacked four ships near the Strait of Hormuz and two oil tankers anchored in Iraqi territorial waters. The United States has threatened large-scale airstrikes on nearby civilian ports to prevent the blockade. Both sides appear to be desperate to secure control of the Strait of Hormuz. Is this because the success or failure of the war hinges on control of this area? [Question 2] When Iran showed signs of laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump immediately sank a minelayer and threatened unprecedented military retaliation. Why is President Trump responding so strongly to the minelayers? [Question 2-1] There have been reports that Iran has laid approximately 12 mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Is this true? [Question 3] President Trump has encouraged passage through the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that most of the minelayers have been removed. While he assured that international oil prices would soon return to normal, Iran warned that oil prices could rise to $200 per barrel. How do you anticipate the market's reaction? [Question 4] Iran has also warned that all banks and economic centers in the Middle East with ties to the US and Israel will be targeted. Iran has declared "economic war" beyond military conflict. What is your view on Iran's strategy? [Question 5] There's a lot of interest in who will end this war and how. President Trump said, "We won" the Iran war. Some are saying this is essentially a self-declared victory. What do you think his intentions are? [Question 5-1] President Trump said he would end the war whenever he wanted. Is a self-enduring war possible? [Question 5-2] However, he stated that military operations will continue for the time being. He said the mission must be completed, and that if the remaining targets are eliminated, rebuilding will be impossible. What do you see as the remaining targets and missions? [Question 6] Meanwhile, Iranian President Pezeshkian has proposed conditions for ending the war. He demands compensation for war damages and guarantees against further attacks. Will the United States accept these? [Question 6-1] It seems important to consider whether the "hardliner" Revolutionary Guard Corps will agree to President Pezeshkian's conditions for ending the war, which he considers a "moderate" one. [Question 7] It has been officially confirmed that Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, suffered injuries, including a fractured foot, on the first day of US and Israeli airstrikes. Iranian officials attributed Mojtaba's survival to "a stroke of luck." Do you think his injuries are relatively serious? When will he make a public appearance? [Question 8] Israel, which is conducting joint operations with the US, has stated that it will not impose a time limit on its military operations against Iran. Is it possible that Israel will continue the war even after the US announces its intention to end its airstrikes? [Question 8-1] The Turkish President strongly criticized the Israeli Prime Minister, calling it "the greatest disaster since the Holocaust." What did you think of that? [Question 9] Meanwhile, North Korean Chairman Kim Jong-un has recently been making a series of military-related moves. He observed a cruise missile test launch with his daughter Ju-ae and then visited a military factory to personally test-fire a new pistol. What are your thoughts on Chairman Kim's actions? [Question 10] There is speculation that the United States, having deployed strategic weapons from USFK to the Middle East, may request South Korea to provide rear-end support in the Strait of Hormuz. The possibility of deploying the Cheonghae Unit is also being discussed. We have spoken with Cho Han-beom, Distinguished Research Fellow at the Korea Institute for National Unification, and Shin Jong-woo, Secretary General of the Korea Defense and Security Forum. Thank you. ▣ Subscribe to Yonhap News TV's documentary channel 'Docu-Digging'    / @docu-digging   ▣ Subscribe to Yonhap News TV's YouTube channel    / @yonhapnewstv23   ▣ Yonhap News TV, the home of South Korean news http://www.yonhapnewstv.co.kr/