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14 July 2026

His Majesty offers condolences to the Emir of Qatar

His Majesty called the Emir to express his sympathies on the passing of the his father.

14 July 2026

Oman reaffirms cooperation to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

Oman remains fully committed to its obligations as a State Party to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

14 July 2026

Oman condemns missile threats against Saudi Arabia

Oman calls upon all Yemeni parties to exercise restraint, to adhere to the existing truce and to resume the political track.

14 July 2026

Minister says Gulf security requires shift from containment to regional integration

Writing in Le Monde, Sayyid Badr calls for a balanced review of relations with international partners, especially the United States.

13 July 2026

Officials pay condolences at Qatar’s Embassy in Muscat

Omani dignitaries and officials offered their condolences on the passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

13 July 2026

His Highness Sayyid Shihab conveys His Majesty’s condolences to Qatar

Sayyid Shihab and the accompanying Omani delegation were received in Doha by Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister.

13 July 2026

Oman at EU-GCC Forum on Security and Cooperation

The Forum discussed how to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the GCC and the EU.

13 July 2026

His Majesty sends a message to President of Kazakhstan

The message was delivered by Oman’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan

12 July 2026

Minister pays tribute to late Emir of Qatar

Interviewed by Al Jazeera, Sayyid Badr said the late Emir laid the foundations of Qatar’s economic and urban renaissance.

12 July 2026

Oman summons Iranian Ambassador over drone attacks

Oman expressed deep concern over these irresponsible acts.

12 July 2026

His Majesty sends condolences to Emir of Qatar

His Majesty sent his sympathy on the passing of His late Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

11 July 2026

Oman and Iran discuss freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz

The two Foreign Ministers agreed to continue the discussions at both the political and technical levels.

10 July 2026

Minister discusses cooperation with Indian counterpart

The Ministers exchanged views on current regional and international developments.

10 July 2026

Oman reaffirms commitment to freedom of maritime navigation

Oman reaffirmed the security of international sea lanes to the Council of the International Maritime Organization.

9 July 2026

Minister in phone call with Iranian counterpart

The Ministers affirmed the need to halt military escalation and work towards political and peaceful solutions.

9 July 2026

Minister in phone call with Ukrainian counterpart

The Ministers discussed the friendship between Oman and Ukraine and welcomed the growing cooperation.

8 July 2026

Minister discusses cooperation and regional developments with Saudi counterpart

An expanded talks session was also convened involving Ministers and senior officials from both countries.

8 July 2026

Oman condemns targeting of Bahrain, Kuwait and vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

Oman calls on all parties to exercise restraint, halt escalation and prioritise dialogue and diplomatic solutions.