Oman

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


Russia, Oman condemn Israel's 'Rising Lion' strikes as reckless escalation, Putin offers mediation

World leaders reacted to Israel’s strikes on Iran, with allies urging restraint and rivals condemning the escalation.

 Russia's President Vladimir Putin and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said attend a signing ceremony following their talks at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, April 22, 2025.

Israel considers striking Iran in coming days, US could play logistical role - report

Sources told ABC that the US could play a logistical role, including through intelligence sharing with Israel.

 A missile is launched during a joint exercise called the 'Great Prophet 17', in the southwest of Iran, December 24, 2021. Picture taken December 24, 2021.

UKMTO warns of rising Middle East tensions, possible impact on mariners

The maritime advisory group had previously noted several instances of GPS interference and communications in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.

 IRGC Navy Martyr Hassan Bagheri warship and an IRGC speed boat are sailing along the Persian Gulf during the IRGC marine parade, on April 29, 2024.

Next round of Iran-US nuclear talks could shape Tehran's retaliation strategy - analysis

Iran appears ready to retaliate if it faces too much pushback. It says this could be “proportionate,” although that leaves many options open.

 A man walks past an anti-US mural on a street in Tehran, Iran, June 5, 2025

Iranian president visits Oman, as Tehran sees 'new global order is already shaping'

Iran is increasingly seeking to be part of this new world order, in which non-Western countries work together against America and the West.

 MASOUD PEZESHKIAN, Iran’s newly elected president, attends a Muharram mourning ceremony in Tehran, on July 12.

Uncertainty lingers after Iran-US talks in Rome: Tehran in 'wait and see' mode - analysis

Over the last month and a half, there have been ups and downs in the nuclear talks that often feels like a roller coaster ride.

 Donald Trump seen with a model of an Iranian missile (illustrative)

Iranian official says Tehran would forego highly enriched uranium for deal, NBC reports

Iran is ready to sign a nuclear agreement with the US today if the US lifts all economic sanctions according to top Iranian advisor, Ali Shamkhani.

Ali Shamkhani

Iran pleased with recent round of talks - analysis

Iran was worried that the talks might be sinking over the last two weeks.

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by an unidentified Omani official upon his arrival in Muscat, Oman, May 11, 2025.

US talks progressing, though nuclear program 'non-negotiable' Iran's FM says

Senior US administration officials told Reuters that an agreement was reached to move forward with talks to continue working through technical elements. 

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by an unidentified Omani official upon his arrival in Muscat, Oman, May 11, 2025.

US nuclear talks may be collapsing, and Iran is worried - analysis

After initial success in April, the talks in May have hit a snag. It is not clear if things can be salvaged this week.

 An Iranian man holds a newspaper with a cover photo of Iran and US flags in Tehran, Iran. April 19, 2025.