Oman
Gulf states warn Trump against sending 'help' to Iranian protesters as tensions continue - WSJ
Per the WSJ, Iran's rival Gulf states have largely avoided addressing the protests that have spread across Iran since late December, leaving thousands dead.
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Iran seizes foreign oil tanker near Gulf, saying it was carrying millions of smuggled fuel liters
Yemeni government, Houthis agree to exchange 3,000 prisoners
As Iran-US nuclear talks take place in Oman, hopes begin to falter since last week - analysis
While hopes were high at the first and second meetings, some of those hopes appeared to fade in the last week.
Latest round of Iran, US talks to resolve nuclear dispute end in Oman
Saturday's nuclear talks with Iran were positive and productive, a senior US administration official said, adding that both sides agreed to meet again in Europe "soon."
Why Iran has agreed to sit down for nuclear talks - opinion
The current rounds of negotiations with the US are not signs of a change of heart on the part of the Iranian regime or its supreme leader. They are a calculated survival tactic.
Rare Bronze Age cymbals discovered in Oman
The find reveals shared musical traditions that connected cultures and supported trade across the Arabian Gulf.
Iran says its right to uranium enrichment is non-negotiable
Iran and the US are due to hold a second round of talks in Oman on Saturday over Tehran's escalating nuclear program, with President Donald Trump threatening military action if there is no deal.
US will make 'decision on Iran very quickly,' Trump says after talks
Trump, who has threatened military action if no deal is reached on halting Iran's nuclear program, told reporters aboard Air Force One that he met with advisers on Iran and expected a quick decision.
More than empty platitudes? Iran expresses optimism on Oman nuclear talks - analysis
Tehran's leadership expressed optimism at the future of Iran's nuclear activities.
Iranian officials urge Khamenei to negotiate with US, claim that war could topple regime - NYT
Officials warned in the case of negotiations falling through, the US would strike Natanz and Fordow, which are two Iranian nuclear sites.
Oman's hidden role in empowering Houthi rebels - opinion
By reducing reliance on Omani ports and land routes, the leverage Muscat holds over regional trade can be diminished, further incentivizing it to abandon its support for the Houthis.
Indian Ocean Conference highlights growing Iran engagement as Israel remains isolated - analysis
These kinds of regional events often do not include Israeli participation, illustrating that while Israel has sought out ties, it often faces an uphill struggle participating in important groups.
