Oman

Iran, Russia to conduct navy drills on Sea of Oman to combat maritime terrorism - report

The drill's goal is to promote convergence and coordination in joint measures to counter activities that threaten maritime security and safety, and to combat maritime terrorism.

Fishing boats are anchored in the waters off Beris Port near Chabahar, Iran on December 17, 2025. Situated about 60 kilometers east of Chabahar in Iran's southern Sistan-Baluchistan province, Beris Port lies along the Makran coast on the Gulf of Oman.
Iranian, American flags against backdrop of Iranian nuclear site. (illustration)

US pushes for progress as Geneva set to host separate talks on Iran, Ukraine-Russia on Tuesday

The world's largest aircraft carrier, the U.S. Navy nuclear-powered Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) arrives in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, December 1, 2025.

US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani speaks after meeting with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, in Beirut, Lebanon August 13, 2025

Khamenei's advisor visits Oman as Iran and US prepare for 'meaningful' talks


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.

 A HOUTHI fighter sits behind sandbags near a checkpoint in Sanaa, Yemen.

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

 Illustrative image of an airplane.

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.

Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said gives a speech after being sworn in before the royal family council in Muscat, Oman January 11, 2020.

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 Israeli flag is seen on the first of Israel's El Al Airlines order of 16 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner jets, as it lands at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv

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.

An El Al plane in Ben Gurion Airport

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.

 Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tarik al-Said, right, meets with Omani Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani in Muscat, Oman, May 21, 2020.

Iran warns window for JCPOA negotiations closing

Iran's foreign minister stressed that Iran would "move in another direction" if talks continue to be stalled.

 Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian speaks during a news conference in Ankara, Turkey June 27, 2022.

What’s behind Oman’s BDS push?

Omanis or dual nationals residing in Oman could face criminal penalties not only for attempting to do business with Israel but even for exchanging private conversations.

Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq meets with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo (not pictured) at al-Alam palace in Muscat, Oman, February 21, 2020.

Oman's Shura Council stiffens boycott law against Israel

Oman and Saudi Arabia are often spoken of as the two most likely countries to join the accords. Israel and Oman had trade relations from 1994-2000 even though they never formalized ties.

 Muscat, Oman (Illustrative).

Prehistoric silver jewelry in Oman tomb evidence of early regional trade

The jewelry includes parts of necklaces with beads, spacers, and silver rings from the Umm-al Nar culture’s zenith.

 Medallion consisting of a Silver disc with an engraving of a Eight pointed star