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Iran, Oman push to become administrators of Strait of Hormuz as toll system remains unclear

Both countries emphasize “their sovereignty and sovereign rights over their territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz” and “agreed to maintain their dialogue on this issue."

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi shakes hands with Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said in Muscat, Oman, June 23, 2026.
 EasyJet airplane

Airlines should still avoid airspace over Iran after framework deal, EU agency warns

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio gives a thumbs up as he departs at the Liszt Ferenc International Airport in Budapest, Hungary, February 16, 2026.

Rubio heads to Gulf to sell Iran deal amid regional concerns

INDIAN VESSEL 'Nanda Devi' carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arrives at Vadinar Port in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat state on March 17, 2026 after Iran allowed it to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy corridor that remains disrupted by the Middle East war.

Three sailors dead from US strikes on tanker off Oman, India confirms


Gulf states warn Trump against sending 'help' to Iranian protesters as tensions continue - WSJ

Per the WSJ, Iran's rival Gulf states have largely avoided addressing the protests that have spread across Iran since late December, leaving thousands dead.

A demonstrator lights a cigarette with fire from a burning picture of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei outside the Iranian embassy during a rally in support of nationwide protests in Iran, in London, Britain, January 12, 2026.

The wild jewel of the tourism world: Meet Dubai’s heiress

Oman, the wild Muslim jewel of the Arabian Peninsula, is being crowned Dubai’s heiress. No skyscrapers or luxury malls - just untamed nature and authentic Bedouin culture.

A man riding a horse in the deserts of Oman.

Iran seizes foreign oil tanker near Gulf, saying it was carrying millions of smuggled fuel liters

Iran said last week it had seized another foreign tanker carrying 6 million litres of what it described as smuggled diesel in the Gulf of Oman.

Etswani flagged vessel.

Yemeni government, Houthis agree to exchange 3,000 prisoners

Officials from both sides confirmed the deal but offered few details on implementation, leaving observers cautious as they urged follow-through. 

HOUTHI SUPPORTERS in Yemen brandish weapons during a demonstration marking Independence Day, the anniversary of the end of British rule in southern Yemen in 1967, in the Houthi-controlled Yemeni capital Sanaa on November 30, 2025.

Oman boosts solar supply chain with Italian-built automated production line

The project comes as Oman’s solar sector grows, supported by strong solar resources and rising electricity demand.

 Gigawatt Global's 7.5 MW Solar Field in Burundi, completed in May 2021, providing over 10% of the country's electricity.

LPG-laden tanker on fire off Yemen, EU naval mission says

Ambrey said the tanker was not believed to be linked to the target profile of Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis.

Oman's Sohar Port, where the vessel departed from, November 24, 2022.

Gulf states seeking stability, hope US strikes on Iran will not spark wider conflict - analysis

Most of these countries have already dealt with the 624 days of crisis that Hamas's October 7 massacre caused. They want regional stability and peace. 

 Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, US President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa attend a group photo session with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 14, 2025.

Iran willing to reach deal with US, but Israel needs to 'calm things down,' source tells 'Post'

The Iranians conveyed a message to the Qataris on Wednesday, who, together with the Omanis, are trying to mediate for a ceasefire.

 L to R: US President Donald Trump, Qatar PM Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei over a backdrop of Israel and Iran's flags; illustrative.

Iran reaches out to Qatar, Oman in attempt to broker ceasefire with US, Israel - exclusive

Saudi Arabia is also working behind the scenes to promote a ceasefire framework, a source told The Jerusalem Post.

 Fire of Israeli attack on Shahran Oil depot is seen following the Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025.

Sunday's US-Iran nuclear talks canceled, Oman says

Iranian FM Araghchi: Continuing Iran-US nuclear talks is unjustifiable while "barbarous" Israeli attacks persist on the country.

 An Iranian newspaper with a cover photo of US President Donald Trump and US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is seen in Tehran, Iran, May 11, 2025.