Oman

Saudi, Omani envoys arrive in Sanaa for peace talks with Houthi leaders

Yemen's war is seen as one of several proxy battles between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

By REUTERS
09/04/2023

Houthi official says Saudi Arabia freed 13 detainees ahead of wider Yemen prisoner swap

Saudi and Omani envoys are expected to meet in Sanaa to negotiate a permanent ceasefire deal with Houthi officials

By REUTERS
08/04/2023

Saudi-Omani delegation to hold ceasefire talks with Yemen's Houthis in Sanaa

The visit by Saudi officials to Sanaa is an indication of progress in Oman-mediated talks between the kingdom and the Iran-aligned Houthi movement, which run in parallel to UN peace efforts.

By REUTERS
07/04/2023

JSSI and JetSetter's global ties are flying from increased normalization - opinion

The Abraham Accords have provided a rare gift: the opportunity to deepen the ties between people and connect countries

By NEIL BOOK
17/03/2023

Biden welcomes Oman’s decision to open its airspace for Israeli flights

The decision could transform Ben Gurion Airport into a global transit hub between Asia and Europe.

An Israeli flag is seen on the first of Israel's El Al Airlines order of 16 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners

Oman opens airspace to Israeli flights, as Morocco parley in doubt

That move shortens the distance to Asia by two hours. It makes India, in particular, much more accessible.

An El Al plane in Ben Gurion Airport

Omani blogger visits Israel, causing an uproar in the Arab world

As she landed in Israel, she filmed the entrance gate to the country where Israeli flags hang.

Oman, once thought to be next Abraham Accords signer, criminalizes relations with Israel

Oman is one of the few Gulf states to never have engaged in a war with Israel.

By DAVID I. KLEIN/JTA
05/01/2023
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