Strait of Hormuz

8 August 2026

Oman condemns repeated attacks on vessels in Strait of Hormuz

Oman underlines the importance of avoiding any actions that could undermine current negotiations.

28 July 2026

Minister at consultative meeting with GCC counterparts

The Ministers affirmed the importance of continuing joint action and prioritising political solutions.

27 July 2026

Minister holds calls to discuss regional security

The calls focused on reaching practical, fair and sustainable understandings on navigation.

24 July 2026

Minister leads Oman’s delegation at ASEAN meeting in Manila

Sayyid Badr reaffirmed that Oman will continue to support and facilitate dialogue wherever possible.

24 July 2026

Minister meets with his Dutch counterpart in Manila

The Ministers expressed discussed the importance of freedom of navigation.

24 July 2026

Minister meets Norwegian counterpart in Manila

They discussed regional developments, underscoring the importance of de-escalation.

23 July 2026

Minister meets Indian counterpart in Manila

The two Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to continuing coordination to restore the smooth flow of maritime navigation.

23 July 2026

Minister meets UK counterpart in Manila

The two Ministers discussed the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region.

23 July 2026

Minister meets Egyptian counterpart in Manila

The Ministers exchanged views on regional and international developments.

19 July 2026

Minister in phone call with Qatari Prime Minister

The Ministers discussed diplomatic contacts aimed at preventing further escalation and confrontation.

14 July 2026

Oman reaffirms cooperation to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

Oman remains fully committed to its obligations as a State Party to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

14 July 2026

Minister says Gulf security requires shift from containment to regional integration

Writing in Le Monde, Sayyid Badr calls for a balanced review of relations with international partners, especially the United States.

14 July 2026

Minister calls for new Gulf security policy

Writing in Le Monde, Sayyid Badr argues for a shift from containment to regional integration.

13 July 2026

Oman at EU-GCC Forum on Security and Cooperation

The Forum discussed how to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the GCC and the EU.

11 July 2026

Oman and Iran discuss freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz

The two Foreign Ministers agreed to continue the discussions at both the political and technical levels.