Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back told lawmakers Tuesday he has yet to receive an official request from the United States for support regarding operations around the Strait of Hormuz. Ahn's remarks came amid a US blockade of Iranian ports after peace talks between Washington and Tehran broke down over the weekend. "There has yet to be an official letter or request," Ahn said during a parliamentary defense committee session. "If a request is made, (we) intend to take part in various cooperation and c