Oman
Gulf states pay the price as shipping crisis exposes costly dependence on the Strait of Hormuz
"A lot of the necessities, and I'm talking food, that these Gulf nations require - Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia - comes in by boat," and flying in goods is causing prices to rise.
Iran says Oman deal is in 'final stages,' but US must act first to open Strait of Hormuz
Iran unlikely to ever willingly surrender control over Strait of Hormuz, INSS expert claims
Proposed Hormuz passage deal not feasible for shipping industry, sources say
Iran expected to submit draft agreement to US ahead of Geneva talks
US officials expect Tehran to present a comprehensive proposal rather than a document outlining general principles.
New York UN School ignored Jewish teacher's antisemitism complaints, investigated her instead
Nadine Sébag filed a complaint against the UNIS, stating that administrators and senior leadership were fully aware of the harassment and did nothing to prevent it.
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.
US pushes for progress as Geneva set to host separate talks on Iran, Ukraine-Russia on Tuesday
A US delegation, including envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will meet with the Iranians on Tuesday morning.
US military preparing for potentially weeks-long Iran operations
"Sometimes you have to have fear. That's the only thing that really will get the situation taken care of," Trump said.
Khamenei's advisor visits Oman as Iran and US prepare for 'meaningful' talks
The talks came after US President Donald Trump positioned a naval flotilla in the region, raising fears of new military action
Khamenei's advisor to visit Oman as US tells Iran it expects 'meaningful' talks
During the visit, Larijani will meet with senior Omani officials to discuss “the latest regional and international developments and bilateral cooperation at various levels,” the report said.
Trump admin. expects Araghchi to bring 'meaningful substance' to next meeting, sources tell 'Post'
The Trump administration has told Iran it expects meaningful concessions at the next round of talks, as Tehran rules out halting uranium enrichment, sources told The Jerusalem Post.
Can US-Iran war be averted as Tehran obfuscates in Oman talks? - analysis
“Iranian officials often say they want negotiations, but when negotiations start, they hesitate,” said Serhan Afacan, head of the Center for Iranian Studies in Ankara.
Trump says Iran willing to make deal, further US-Iran talks planned for next week
The talks were attended by US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, US Central Command head General Brad Cooper, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
