Oman

UAE tried to coordinate with Saudi Arabia, Qatar to strike Iran during recent war - report

The UAE attempted to convince Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and other Gulf states to coordinate a military response to Iran’s missile and drone attacks, but neighbors refused, sources told Bloomberg.

An Emirati F-16E fighter jet; illustrative.
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump meets with Saudi Crown Prince MBS in the White House’s Oval Office, Nov. 18.

Saudi pressure forced Trump to halt Strait of Hormuz escort mission - report

An F/A-18E Super Hornet launches from the flight deck of the US Navy Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during the Operation Epic Fury attack on Iran April 1, 2026.

US Navy strikes Iranian-flagged ship trying to break Strait of Hormuz blockade from Gulf of Oman

Fire and smoke rise in the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, caused by debris after interception of a drone by air defenses, UAE, March 4, 2026; illustrative.

Senior IDF official: No change in home front rules despite Iran attack on UAE, Oman


Indian Ocean Conference highlights growing Iran engagement as Israel remains isolated - analysis

These kinds of regional events often do not include Israeli participation, illustrating that while Israel has sought out ties, it often faces an uphill struggle participating in important groups.

 The 8th Indian Ocean Conference - 2025.

Iran reaches out to Oman, Russia as it seeks future success - analysis

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the Iranian nation has proved itself by standing with the ideals of the Islamic Revolution.

 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran. February 10, 2025.

Houthis free crew of ship they hijacked in 2023

The vessel's crew is made up of 25 nationals from Bulgaria, Ukraine, the Philippines, Mexico and Romania, the ship's owner Galaxy Maritime said.

 FILE PHOTO: A Houthi fighter stands on the Galaxy Leader cargo ship in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023.

Iran halts indirect talks with US as region tensions escalate

Iran suspends indirect talks with the US amid regional tensions, as Israel considers a response to recent missile strikes.

 IRAN’S PRESIDENT Masoud Pezeshkian addresses the UN General Assembly, last week. The writer asks: Why does Iran look paralyzed with indecision as the IDF continues to cripple Hezbollah?

Iran seeks regional alliances against Israel amid Gaza conflict - analysis

Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi tours region, seeking alliances against Israel, focusing on Gaza conflict, and discussing ties with Iraq, Oman.

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi looks on before a meeting with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, in Tehran, Iran, August 26, 2024.

Nine people were killed, several wounded by gunfire near mosque in Oman's Wadi al-Kabir, police say

Four people were killed and several wounded near a mosque in Oman, a rare security breach. Omani police are investigating, and the US embassy urged vigilance.

 A mosque is seen next to palm trees against a backdrop of the Al Hajar Mountains near Al Ayn, Oman, April 20, 2023.

US, Iran, in first talks in months, discuss Middle East stability - reports

This was the first round of discussions between the two countries since January. The talks were mediated by Omani officials, with this occurring nearly over a month.

 Iranians carry a model of a missile during a celebration following the IRGC attack on Israel, in Tehran, Iran, April 15, 2024.

US asked Iran to get Houthis to stop Red Sea attacks - report

A second round of talks was supposed to be held in February but was delayed due to attempts to reach a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

The spokesman of the Houthis meets with Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. August 2019

Tanker seized by Iran located off Qeshm Island in Persian Gulf

Iran seized the St Nikolas, loaded with Iraqi crude destined for Turkey, in retaliation for the confiscation last year of the same vessel and its Iranian oil cargo by the US, Iranian state media said

Fast-attack crafts from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy swarming Panama-flagged oil tanker Niovi as it transits the Strait of Hormuz from Dubai to port of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates, Arabian Gulf early hours of May 3, 2023.

Oil tanker involved in US-Iran dispute boarded by armed guards near Oman, diverted

This incident is located closer to the Strait of Hormuz, between Oman and Iran.

 An Iranian military ship takes part in an annual drill in the coastal area of the Gulf of Oman and near the Strait of Hormuz, Iran