Official government news agency of Oman; bilingual in English and Arabic.
Iran and Oman have agreed a phased framework to create a temporary navigational corridor and a joint mine‑clearance project for the Strait of Hormuz. The route would route inbound traffic through Iranian waters and outbound traffic partly through Omani waters; technical talks will continue on a permanent arrangement. The strait remains effectively closed until political conditions are met.
The latest from the Lebanon-Israel security talks brokered by the United States: Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors are meeting in Washington to discuss disarmament, south Lebanon redeployment, and pilot-zone deployment as part of a broader framework. The discussions follow delays and a tense border situation amid clashes and regional strikes.
The Sultan of Oman has visited China, signing a strategic partnership and 14 memorandums of understanding. The agreements cover digital economy, BeiDou navigation, energy, and investment, while underscoring Oman’s bid to diversify its economy under Vision 2040.