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Times of Oman
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Third group of Omani citizens return home safely from Iran
Muscat: In a continued effort to facilitate the safe return of Omani Citizens, Oman Foreign Ministry announced the successful arrival of 195 Omani citizens from Bandar Abbas, Iran, to Khasab Port as part of the third phase of an approved evacuation plan. The operation, carried out with close coordination between Omani authorities and diplomatic missions, also extended humanitarian support to 158 nationals of other countries who were allowed passage through Oman under the current regional circumstances. In a parallel initiative, 155 Omani citizens and a number of foreign nationals were returned by the flight from the Republic of Iraq to Oman, in collaboration with relevant agencies and the Omani Embassy in Baghdad. The Ministry reaffirmed its ongoing commitment alongside its embassies abroad to complete the remaining stages of the evacuation plan, aiming to ensure the safe return of all Omanis to their homeland.
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Oman intensifies diplomatic efforts to contain regional escalation
Muscat: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister continued his discussions with counterparts from Arab and friendly nations to address regional tensions stemming from Israel's preemptive strikes on Iran and Iran's retaliatory response, amid the ongoing escalation of the crisis that erupted last Friday. These talks come as part of Oman's intensified diplomatic efforts to contain the regional escalation. Sayyid Badr stressed the need to halt this tragic war, which threatens regional security, calling for more diplomatic pressure to revive the political track. Within the same context, the Foreign Ministry continues its efforts to protect Omani citizens in conflict zones by coordinating evacuation operations and ensuring their safe return. The ministry renewed its call for citizens to avoid areas of tension and to cooperate and communicate with the authorities for necessary support through the announced hotlines at the ministry's operations center and Oman's embassies in Tehran and neighboring countries.
Times of Oman
3 days ago
- Times of Oman
Oman's Embassy in Damascus issues travel advisory to citizens
Muscat: The Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Damascus has urged Omani citizens to coordinate with it in advance when wishing to travel to the Syrian Arab Republic. Due to the current instability in the region, the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in the Syrian Arab Republic urges all citizens wishing to travel to Syria to coordinate in advance with the embassy to ensure smooth procedures and provide the necessary guidance. Citizens are advised to call the following numbers for coordination: (+963116117472) (+963116133385) (+963116133384)
Times of Oman
4 days ago
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Omani citizens safely return home from Iran under government repatriation plan
Muscat: In a successful repatriation effort coordinated by the Foreign Ministry, 313 Omani citizens have safely returned from the Islamic Republic of Iran via Bandar Abbas today. The operation, conducted in collaboration with the Omani Embassy in Tehran and other relevant authorities, forms part of the government's ongoing commitment to ensure citizens' safe return. More citizens are currently being processed through the Shalamjah border crossing for their journey home. The Ministry extended its sincere appreciation to all parties involved in this phase of repatriation efforts, while reaffirming its round-the-clock work to facilitate the return of all remaining citizens.
Times of Oman
4 days ago
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Oman's Embassy co-ordinating safe return of citizens from Baku
Muscat : The Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Ankara has confirmed that co-ordination is ongoing for the safe return of Omani citizens stranded in Baku. The embassy said in a statement :"The Embassy would like to note that it is in constant contact with citizens stranded in the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, and is coordinating with several official and private bodies to provide appropriate and safe options for them to return to the Sultanate of Oman as soon as possible. " The embassy asks citizens to stay in touch for updates at +90 530 411 30 00.
