Oman: News
Air France bans Pakistan, 30 nations' pilots from Israel flights
Air France has banned Pakistani pilots and crew members from operating flights to and from Israel, saying it is complying with new Israeli restrictions.
Saudi Arabia: 12 dead, over 300 injured in missile attack
A missile attack on the passenger terminal of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has left at least 12 people dead and over 300 injured.
11 Indian sailors injured after projectile hits ship in Hormuz
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has condemned an attack on a Panama-flagged commercial vessel off the coast of Oman, saying the continuing incidents of attacks on shipping in the region remain a cause of deep concern.
JD Vance slams hiring of flydubai flight's co-pilot
United States Vice President JD Vance has slammed the hiring of the flydubai co-pilot involved in a recent hijacking incident.
flydubai passengers refused to free co-pilot at crew's request
A new video has emerged showing the Omani co-pilot, who allegedly tried to crash a flydubai flight, sitting on his knees with his hands tied behind his back.
How was Omani co-pilot assigned to Israel-bound flight?
The attempted hijacking of flydubai Flight FZ1073 on September 30 has raised serious concerns about security lapses in Israeli aviation.
Co-pilot who stabbed Indian captain was radicalized, suicidal: Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed the co-pilot who allegedly tried to crash the flydubai plane traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv was radicalized and suicidal.
Kerala man sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia executed
A 41-year-old man from Kannur, Kerala, was executed in Saudi Arabia on Sunday after being convicted of drug smuggling.
'We only defended ourselves': Iran hits out at 'bully' Trump
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian strongly criticized President Donald Trump's characterization of Iran as a source of terrorism at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, saying instead that Iranians are "victims of terrorism."
UAE: Karnataka man dismembered into 9 pieces; wife, son untraceable
A man from Kundapur in Karnataka's Udupi district was allegedly murdered in Sharjah, UAE, in July, with the horrifying crime coming to light after his body was found in two bags, cut into nine parts.
Brent nears $110 as US-Iran conflict drives oil higher
Oil prices witnessed a sharp spike on Monday, with Brent crude breaching the $107 per barrel mark. The surge is mainly due to rising tensions in the Middle East and fears of potential disruptions to global energy supplies.
Like Venezuela, US might keep Iranian oil too: Trump
US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States could continue its conflict with Iran and even take control of its oil.
Iran-Gulf states meeting in Oman postponed at regional countries' request
A scheduled meeting between Iran and Gulf states in Salalah, Oman, was postponed on Monday.
Iran plans restricted zone near Strait of Hormuz
Iran plans to declare a restricted maritime zone near the Strait of Hormuz, according to Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.
Iran denies assassination plot against Trump's son Barron
Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei has denied reports of a possible assassination plot against Barron Trump, the youngest son of US President Donald Trump.
Oil prices fall as US eases military pressure on Iran
Oil prices witnessed a decline on Wednesday, amid reduced fears of military conflict. The United States is now focusing more on economic sanctions to pressure Iran.
US-Iran MoU expires without extension; what follows?
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran has expired without any signs of extension.
US Navy sailors jumping off warship amid prolonged Iran war
Sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have reportedly attempted to jump overboard due to mental health issues and an extended Middle East deployment.
US 'low-keying' talks with Iran, says Trump amid stalemate
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed that Washington is currently "low-keying" its talks with Iran.
Oil prices climb to $85 as uncertainty clouds Hormuz reopening
Oil prices have witnessed an uptick on Monday due to the uncertainty surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit route for global oil shipments.
Iran, Oman nearing deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz: Report
Iran is close to finalizing a temporary agreement with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported, citing a US official.
Iran sets new conditions for reopening Strait of Hormuz
Iran has laid out a list of demands for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital trade route that has been at the center of tensions between Iran and the United States.
Yemen: Over 30 soldiers killed in Houthi attacks
At least 30 soldiers of Yemen's internationally recognized government were killed in coordinated attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on military camps in Marib and Hadramout provinces.
Modi, Netanyahu discuss India-Israel special strategic partnership over phone
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently held a telephonic conversation to discuss the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership.
US says Hormuz is open as Iran deal nears
The United States military has said that the Strait of Hormuz is open for commercial vessels.
Iran, Oman negotiate temporary shipping route through Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman are in talks to finalize a temporary shipping route through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Trump says planned talks are Iran's 'last chance'
United States President Donald Trump has announced that planned talks with Iran are the "last chance" to avoid further escalation of military action.
Trump says Iran strike would have been 'biggest since WW2'
United States President Donald Trump has said that the military strike he had considered against Iran would have been "the biggest attack since World War Two."
Trump paused Iran military strikes to give diplomatic talks room
United States President Donald Trump has paused military strikes on Iran to give room for diplomatic talks.
US strikes Iran for 9th consecutive day amid rising tensions
The United States has launched fresh strikes on Iran for the ninth consecutive day, amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Indian woman trapped in Oman, beaten, denied food
A 26-year-old woman from Hyderabad, Telangana, has alleged mistreatment by her employer in Muscat, Oman.
US, Iran exchange strikes for 7th consecutive night amid tensions
The United States and Iran have exchanged drone and missile strikes for the seventh consecutive night, marking a significant escalation in hostilities.
Iran claims to have struck US airbase in Jordan
The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for launching ballistic missiles at a United States airbase in Jordan.
Why ships are passing through Strait of Hormuz in secret
In the wake of renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, visible ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has come to a standstill.
European nations mull tolls for ships passing Strait of Hormuz
European nations are considering proposals that would allow navigation fees in the Strait of Hormuz.
One Indian missing after Iran attacks commercial ship off Oman
An Indian national is missing after an Iranian attack on a Cyprus-flagged commercial vessel, GFS Galaxy, in the Strait of Hormuz.
Jaishankar to launch India's UNSC campaign in New York
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will launch India's campaign for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2028-29 term.
US rejects Iranian claims over control of Strait of Hormuz
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has publicly rejected Iranian claims over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Mastermind of ₹6,000cr Mahadev betting syndicate detained in Oman
Sourabh Chandrakar, the fugitive mastermind behind the ₹6,000 crore Mahadev online gambling syndicate, has been detained in Oman.
Oil tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz
An oil tanker was set ablaze after being struck by an "unknown projectile" while passing through the Strait of Hormuz, near Oman's coast.
Air India Express restores all West Asia flights
Air India Express has announced the resumption of its West Asia flight services, including routes to Salalah in Oman and Kuwait.
Iran, Oman hold 1st meeting on Strait of Hormuz management
Iran and Oman convened the inaugural meeting of a joint committee on the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.
Oil prices falls to 4-month low
Oil prices continued their downward trend on Wednesday, nearing the four-month lows seen in the previous session.
US warned '60 times' before strike killed 3 Indian sailors
The Palau-flagged vessel, which was attacked by the US Navy in the Gulf of Oman last week, reportedly ignored over 60 verbal warnings and other displays of force before its engine room was fired upon, killing three Indian sailors.
Oman: India-flagged ship sinks, US Navy aircraft rescues crew members
The India-flagged mechanized sailing vessel (MSV) Virat 1 sank off the coast of Oman on Sunday after suffering an engine failure.
Shashi Tharoor slams US over Indian sailors' deaths
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has slammed the United States for not expressing regret over the killing of three Indian crew members in a recent military strike.
'Violations will not be tolerated': Rubio responds to India's protest
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, following a protest from Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
Indian Navy recovers unexploded missile from oil tanker
The Indian Navy has successfully recovered an unexploded missile warhead from the crude oil tanker MT Olympic Life.
India fact-checks reports of 4th Indian-crewed ship hit near Hormuz
Reports of an attack on the Liaki Freedom, a ship with Indian crew members off Oman's coast, emerged on Saturday morning after the vessel stopped responding.
India summons top US envoy again after 3rd ship attacked
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has summoned Jason Meeks, the United States Charge d'Affaires, for the second time in a week to lodge a strong protest against attacks on commercial vessels off the coast of Oman.
'Deeply worrisome': India condemns attacks on ships near Oman
India has strongly condemned recent attacks on ships with Indian seafarers in the Gulf.
India monitoring another vessel incident off Oman coast
The Indian Embassy in Oman said it is closely monitoring a vessel incident off the coast of Shinas port.
3 Indian sailors missing after US attacked vessel confirmed dead
The three Indian sailors who were reported to be missing after a Palau-flagged vessel, the Settebello, was attacked off Oman's coast on Tuesday evening have been confirmed dead.