The Latest Breaking News from Oman

The US can’t win with force in the Strait of Hormuz – Iran must be offered a realistic incentive to settle

Iranian attacks on Gulf vessels trying to transit via Omani sovereign waters have once again pulled the region into a tit-for-tat spiral of escalation.

The Conversation · Jul 10

Ships stop crossing Strait of Hormuz after US and Iran trade strikes

Tehran said transit through the vital shipping route has been blocked due to US military action

The Independent UK · Jul 10

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Oman as part of multi-nation tour, visit to focus on bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Oman for an official visit. He was warmly received by Sheikh Ahmed Al Maskari of the Foreign Ministry. Jaishankar previously visited Kuwait, meeting with its Foreign Minister and Crown Prince. Discussions focused on bilateral cooperation and regional developments in the Gulf. This visit…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Mahadev app promoter detained in Oman; India seeks repatriation

Sourabh Chandrakar, the absconding Mahadev betting app founder, has been detained in Oman. Indian authorities are seeking his extradition or deportation from the country. Chandrakar was detained based on an Interpol Red Notice issued by Indian probe agencies. The Mahadev app case involves alleged proceeds of crime amounting to Rs…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

The Latest: NATO chief supports US military strikes on Iran as alliance meets in Turkey

The U.S. military has launched a series of strikes against Iranian targets after three merchant ships were struck in the waters off Oman

The Independent UK · Jul 8

Iran vows 'crushing response' after US strikes around Strait of Hormuz

Iran has vowed a crushing response to fresh United States attacks. State media reported multiple explosions across the Strait of Hormuz region. The United States revoked a temporary sanctions waiver on Iranian oil sales. Three commercial tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz. These incidents occurred off the coast…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

'Iran violated truce': US launches 'powerful strikes' after attacks on tankers in Strait of Hormuz

United States forces launched strikes against Iranian targets early Wednesday. These actions followed attacks on three merchant ships in waters off Oman. Iran stated it would take necessary measures to safeguard its national security. The United States had also revoked a license authorizing Iranian oil sales. This revocation occurred hours…

The Times of India · Jul 7

US launches ​strikes against Iran after attacks on vessels in strait ​of ​Hormuz

US Central Command says Tehran in ‘clear violation’ of ceasefire with ‘unwarranted’ ​attacks on commercial ships

The Guardian - US · Jul 7

Three tankers hit in latest attacks in Strait of Hormuz, British military says

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The Independent UK · Jul 7

Seoul dives on tough day for Asia as Samsung fails to ease tech woes

Seoul stocks led Asian market losses as Samsung's shares tumbled significantly. Investors remained cautious despite strong earnings and AI-driven demand for memory chips. Wall Street indexes reopened with gains, easing worries over a tech sector retreat. Oil prices climbed over one percent after an incident off Oman's coast. Traders await…

The Economic Times · Jul 7