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Oman government takes over SalamAir, airlines to operate separately

Oman's government has acquired SalamAir, a move designed to enhance aviation sector efficiency and economic growth. Both Oman Air and SalamAir will continue as independent brands, with a focus on improved route coordination and optimized aircraft utilization. This strategy aims to strengthen connectivity and financial stability for both carriers.

The Times of India

Drone strike rocks port of Salalah in Oman: Iran military confirms American logistics vessel targeted as war with US-Israel escalates

Tensions surge as Iran confirms targeting a US-linked vessel near Oman's Salalah port, a vital shipping hub. This escalation expands the conflict into critical maritime zones, threatening global trade and energy markets. The move signals Iran's willingness to strike US assets, blurring lines between military and logistical targets and raising…

The Times of India

Iran war: How many European citizens has the EU repatriated?

Thousands of Europeans have been evacuated from the Middle East amid ongoing conflict. How are EU countries coordinating these operations, and what role is Brussels playing?

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Flooded streets in Sharjah after heavy rain hits the United Arab Emirates

Vehicles move through flooded streets in Sharjah after heavy rain, as storms affect the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring Oman.

Euronews

UAE-India flight alert for March 24: IndiGo warns of schedule changes; Air India, AIX to operate 24 flights

The ongoing conflict between US, Israel and Iran has extended into the larger Middle East. Countries including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman and others have been intercepting missile attacks from Iran.

The Times of India

Bulletin world briefing: World heading for ‘worse energy crisis than 1970s’

World heading for energy crisis ‘worse than 70s oil shocks and Ukraine combined’ Why GPS interference is causing chaos in the Middle East Rome gas explosion leaves three in hospital after ‘everything destroyed’ China developing submersibles to take tourists on deep sea dives Deadly floods kill five people in Oman…

The Independent UK

Oman shifts schools and colleges to distance learning from March 24–26 amid adverse weather conditions

Oman’s Ministry of Education has announced a temporary shift to distance learning across most parts of the country, as authorities respond to a low-pressure weather system affecting several regions.

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Oman flash floods: 2 Kerala natives dead, 1 missing; Congress leader writes to PM Modi

Two individuals from Kerala, Yusuf and Shamla, have died and another woman, Ramla, remains missing following flash floods in Oman's Al Batinah Governorate. Senior Congress leader V D Satheesan has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene and coordinate with Omani authorities for intensified search and rescue efforts and to…

The Times of India

Oman flood disaster 2026: Death toll rises to 4 as search continues amid severe storms

Oman is grappling with a severe weather emergency as flash floods, triggered by heavy rains, have claimed at least four lives and left one person missing. Rescue teams are actively working to save stranded residents, with authorities issuing urgent warnings about the ongoing dangerous weather conditions and the risks associated…

The Times of India

CBSE announces assessment scheme for Class 10 board exams cancelled in Middle East

The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced a new assessment plan for Class 10 students in the Middle East. Exams in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE were cancelled due to the West Asia conflict.

The Economic Times

Oman claims Israel pushed US into Iran war when deal was possible

Foreign minister claims Israel convinced Donald Trump to make ‘grave miscalculation’ of waging war on Iran

The Guardian - UK

Oman’s foreign minister says war in Iran is Trump’s ‘greatest miscalculation’ in scathing attack

Badr Albusaidi said ‘this is not America’s war’ and criticised Washington for supporting Israel

The Independent UK

Dubai’s green corridor with Oman goes live: UAE opens new route for faster sea and air cargo shipments

Dubai and Oman have launched a new green corridor for sea-air cargo. This initiative promises faster and more efficient trade between Asia and the Middle East. Goods will move seamlessly between sea ports and air cargo facilities. This collaboration aims to reduce transit times and streamline customs. It positions the…

The Times of India

How the law of naval warfare applies to the Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow body of water adjacent to Iran and Oman, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman.

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The Guardian - US

Nancy Mace draws White House ire over independent Middle East rescue efforts

Exclusive: Republican congresswoman started negotiations with Saudi Arabia without informing the White House

The Guardian - UK

How ignorance, misunderstanding and obfuscation ended Iran nuclear talks

Negotiators had reached agreement on key issues despite Trump team’s idiosyncratic approach. Two days later, war began

The Independent UK

Iranian women footballers rejoin teammates to fly to Oman after Australia asylum U-turn

The majority of Iranian players who sought asylum in Australia have reversed their decisions and rejoined their teammates

The Times of India

Iran war fallout: CBSE cancels Class 12 board exams in seven Middle East countries

CBSE has cancelled Class 12 board exams for students in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This decision follows a review of the situation and inputs from local schools and authorities. Previously postponed exams are also nullified. The board will announce the method for declaring results…

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The Times of India

Donald Trump rejects Middle East mediation to end Iran war: Report

Middle Eastern allies' diplomatic efforts to end the two-week Iran war were rebuffed by the Trump administration, with both Washington and Tehran appearing set for an extended conflict. Iran rejected any ceasefire until US and Israeli strikes ceased, while the US focused on weakening Tehran's military capabilities. The war has…

The Times of India

2 Indians killed, 10 injured in Iranian drone attack in Oman, says MEA

Two Indian nationals have died and 10 others were injured in an attack in Sohar city, Oman. Five of the injured have been discharged from the hospital, while the remaining five are receiving medical treatment. Indian authorities are in contact with Omani officials and are providing assistance to the affected…

Evening Standard

Expat exodus: Are Brits leaving Dubai for good?

As missiles fall across the Gulf, those who moved to the UAE in search of sun, glamour and zero tax are questioning their future. What could a mass return mean for London?

Euronews

Iran strikes neutralise record IEA reserves release as oil tops $100

Oil spiked above $100 a barrel on Thursday following fresh Iranian attacks on Omani oil storage facilities, reversing any downward pressure from the IEA's record release of 400mn barrels announced the previous day.

Radio France Internationale

Nearly 20,000 French nationals brought home since start of Middle East war

Nearly 20,000 French nationals have been repatriated from the Middle East since war erupted on 28 February, according to the government. Some 400,000 French citizens lived in or were visiting countries in the Gulf and Middle East when the United States and Israel launched their strikes on Iran.

The Times of India

Explosions at Oman's Salalah port: Iran drones hit fuel storage oil tanks? Tehran denies role as war with US-Israel engulfs Middle East

Drones struck Oman's Port of Salalah on March 11, 2026, igniting fuel tanks and disrupting vital shipping routes. This attack, part of a wider regional escalation involving Iran, the US and Israel, highlights the growing threat to Gulf energy infrastructure and global trade. The incident underscores the conflict's expansion beyond…

The Independent UK

Iran war threatens Easter travel as BA cancels Middle East flights

British Airways will also pause repatriation flights from Muscat, Oman due to ‘reduced demand’

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