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RIYADH, March 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. Embassy in Muscat issued a shelter-in-place warning for all of Oman on Monday because of what it described as “ongoing activity,” without providing further details. In a security alert, the embassy urged people in Oman to remain in a secure location in their residence or another building and to keep food, water, medication and other essential supplies on hand. “In case of an attack, stay away from any debris, and monito

SPA Riyadh, March 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call with Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman on Saturday to offer condolences following the death of Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Saudi state media reported. During the call, the Crown Prince expressed his condolences and sympathy to the Omani ruler over the passing of Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said. Sultan Haitham bin Tarik expresse

Muscat, March 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Fire crews were working Wednesday to contain a blaze at fuel storage tanks in the Port of Salalah, according to the Oman News Agency. The fire broke out following what authorities described as an Iranian attack targeting the port and nearby fuel facilities, the report said. In response, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait condemned the strike, describing the targeting of economic infrastructure as a dangerous escalat

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Oman said Wednesday it shot down an Iranian drone, while another crashed into the sea near the port of Duqm, according to a security official cited by the Oman News Agency. Authorities said no casualties or material damage were reported following the incident. Duqm has served as an important logistics and resupply point for the USS Abraham Lincoln and its strike group during the ongoing conflict in the region. No further d

RIYADH, March 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi met with ambassadors from several countries on Saturday, calling for increased diplomatic efforts to stop the war involving Iran. The meeting included ambassadors from several non-European Union countries, as well as representatives from the United States, Brazil and Türkiye, Oman’s Foreign Ministry said. A second meeting followed with ambassadors from Iraq, Jordan, Egypt and Gulf Coo

Beijing, March 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Air China, China Southern Airlines and other Chinese carriers are resuming direct flights to Saudi Arabia, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. Air China resumed a direct flight from Beijing to Riyadh on Thursday, according to Chinese state media. China is also helping citizens evacuate from the region and said a plane carrying 300 passengers arrived from Dubai on Wednesday. China’s foreign ministry warned the situation in t

Riyadh, March 3, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The United States Embassy in Oman issued a security alert in Muscat on Tuesday instructing embassy staff to shelter in place, citing “ongoing activity,” and recommending Americans in Oman do the same until further notice. The advisory urged people to stay in a secure location, keep essential supplies including food, water and medication, monitor local media for updates and stay in touch with family and friends. Oman has lar

Berlin, March 2, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Germany will send planes to Oman and Saudi Arabia to evacuate vulnerable German citizens who are unable to return because of the conflict in the Middle East, the government said on Monday. About 30,000 German tourists are currently stranded on cruise ships, in hotels or at closed airports. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said the foreign ministry is seeking to charter planes at public expense to evacuate vulnerable people,

SPA Riyadh, March 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call today from Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to discuss regional developments amid the military escalation and its repercussions for regional and international security. Haitham stressed the need to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.

SPA Riyadh, March 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia condemned and denounced what it described as Iranian aggression against Oman and a violation of the sultanate’s sovereignty, and said it stands in full solidarity with Oman. Saudi Arabia said it is ready to place all its capabilities at Oman’s disposal in support of any measures it may take, and warned of serious consequences from what it described as Iran’s continued violations of state sovereignty that un

SABN Riyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Oman condemned and denounced Iranian strikes targeting sites in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan, and said it stands in solidarity with the countries and supports measures they take to protect their security and sovereignty, SPA reported. Oman called for an end to violations of state sovereignty and the principles of international law, and urged efforts to reinforce security

SPA Muscat, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman sent congratulations to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the occasion of Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day. In his message, the sultan offered congratulations and best wishes and prayed for lasting stability, progress and prosperity for the Kingdom and its people.

SPA MUSCAT, February 4, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Princess Sarah bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz, executive director of the International Dates Council, met Omani Minister of Agricultural, Fisheries and Water Resources Dr. Saud bin Hamoud Al-Habsi in Muscat on Wednesday. The meeting reviewed cooperation in the dates sector and discussed coordination frameworks aimed at increasing added value and improving the competitiveness of dates in regional and international markets,

SPA Muscat, January 31, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Royal Saudi Naval Forces and the Royal Navy of Oman carried out missile and live-ammunition firing drills as part of the bilateral naval exercise “Winds of Peace 2026”, underway in the Sultanate of Oman. The exercise included operational scenarios simulating modern naval missions, including the protection of maritime lines of communication and measures to enhance maritime security. The drills involved 10 combat v

SPA Riyadh, January 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held separate phone calls with senior officials from France, Iran, Qatar and Oman to discuss recent regional developments and efforts to enhance security and stability, SPA reported. Prince Faisal spoke with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot, discussing regional developments and their impact on the region’s security and stabili

SPA Riyadh, January 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News)  – Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud received a written message from Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on relations between the two countries, SPA reported. The message was received by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji during a meeting in Riyadh with Oman’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Najib Al-Busaidi. The meeting reviewed bilateral relations and ways

SPA RIYADH, January 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a message of congratulations to Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on the anniversary of his accession to the throne, the Saudi Press Agency reported. King Salman wished the sultan continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of Oman steady progress and prosperity, it said. The Saudi king also praised the fraternal relations

SPA Riyadh, Jan. 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent congratulations to Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on the anniversary of his accession to the throne, Saudi state media said. The Crown Prince wished the sultan continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of Oman steady progress and prosperity, it said.

SPA MUSCAT, December 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Monday with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamoud Al Busaidi, as the two sides co-chaired the third meeting of the Saudi-Omani Coordination Council in the Omani capital. The meeting reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries and explored ways to strengthen cooperation across political, economic and develop

📷SPA Muscat, October 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Abu Dhabi Sailing Team delivered an impressive performance on the opening day of Mussanah Sailing Week, held in the Sultanate of Oman, with the participation of elite sailors from across the region and around the world, the UAE news agencies reported. Abdullah Al Zubaidi clinched first place in the ILCA 4 class, demonstrating strong form and determination to compete for the overall title in the upcoming races. In the