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Oman
In short
Iran says it struck an Omani island that it considers used by US military forces in operations in the Strait of Hormuz.1 According to the Iranian parliament speaker, Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz.2 China is to build a 20-satellite space AI system for Oman, according to the South China Morning Post.3
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How the world talks about Oman
1 political headline named Oman in the last 24 hours. 1 in newspapers from other countries.
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- India’s ambassador to Oman visits injured Indian seafarer in hospitalThe Hindu ·
India, 06:50, 13 November 2026
- Silk Road in orbit: China to build 20-satellite ‘space AI’ system for OmanSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 06:00, 12 November 2026
- Iran escalates in Hormuz, claims strike on Omani island it says 'enemy' uses for US military opsFox News ·
United States, 23:00, 11 November 2026
- Irã ataca sistemas de navegação marítima na ilha de Didamar, em Omã, dizem fontesinfomoney ·
Brazil, 19:20, 11 November 2026
- Iran, Oman reach understanding on Hormuz shipping routes — Iranian parliament speakerTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 17:35, 11 November 2026
- Kochbuch „Oma kocht“: So gelingen Spargelröllchen und SchweinebratenFrankfurter Allgemeine ·
Germany, 11:00, 11 November 2026
- British maritime agency reports projectile strike on tanker off Oman's coastTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 16:55, 10 November 2026
- US military attacks cargo ship in the Gulf of OmanAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 08:45, 8 November 2026
Veramundi summary
The National (UAE) reports that the country rescued 22 people after a fire broke out on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. The Express Tribune (Pakistan) reports the same, saying UAE authorities claim to have rescued 22 people after a cargo ship caught fire in the Sea of Oman. Al Jazeera (Qatar) reports a US military attack on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, without giving causes or consequences.
- UAE says it rescued 22 people after cargo ship caught fire in Sea of OmanThe Express Tribune ·
Pakistan, 06:20, 8 November 2026
Veramundi summary
The National (UAE) reports that the country rescued 22 people after a fire broke out on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. The Express Tribune (Pakistan) reports the same, saying UAE authorities claim to have rescued 22 people after a cargo ship caught fire in the Sea of Oman. Al Jazeera (Qatar) reports a US military attack on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, without giving causes or consequences.
- After Fresh Strikes Against Iran, US Fires on Commercial Vessel in Gulf of OmanThe Wire ·
India, 05:10, 8 November 2026
Veramundi summary
According to The Hindu, U.S. military forces say they disabled a cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman. Al Jazeera and The Wire describe a U.S. military attack on a commercial or cargo ship in the same gulf. The National and The Express Tribune say the UAE rescued 22 people after a fire broke out on a cargo ship in the Gulf or Sea of Oman.
- UAE rescues 22 after fire breaks out on cargo ship in Gulf of OmanThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 04:51, 8 November 2026
Veramundi summary
The National (UAE) reports that the country rescued 22 people after a fire broke out on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. The Express Tribune (Pakistan) reports the same, saying UAE authorities claim to have rescued 22 people after a cargo ship caught fire in the Sea of Oman. Al Jazeera (Qatar) reports a US military attack on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, without giving causes or consequences.
- Iran war latest: UAE rescues 22 crew members from burning cargo ship in Gulf of OmanThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 04:01, 8 November 2026
Veramundi summary
TASS says US Armed Forces disabled a merchant ship in the Gulf of Oman, according to CENTCOM. The Hindu reports that the US military says it disabled a cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman. The National reports that the UAE rescued 22 crew members from a burning cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman.
- U.S. military says it disabled cargo vessel in Gulf of OmanThe Hindu ·
India, 23:10, 7 November 2026
Veramundi summary
According to The Hindu, U.S. military forces say they disabled a cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman. Al Jazeera and The Wire describe a U.S. military attack on a commercial or cargo ship in the same gulf. The National and The Express Tribune say the UAE rescued 22 people after a fire broke out on a cargo ship in the Gulf or Sea of Oman.
- EEUU afirma que disparó contra buque comercial en golfo de Omán que intentó romper bloqueoClarín ·
Argentina, 22:00, 7 November 2026
- EU ataca un buque comercial en el golfo de Omán; dice que navío ignoró bloqueo contra IránEl Universal ·
Mexico, 21:40, 7 November 2026
- US Armed Forces disabled mercantile ship in Gulf of Oman — CENTCOMTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 21:15, 7 November 2026
Veramundi summary
TASS and The Hindu say US forces disabled a merchant or cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, according to CENTCOM. The National and the Express Tribune report that the United Arab Emirates rescued 22 people after a fire broke out on a cargo ship. The Wire links the attack to fresh strikes against Iran, while Al Jazeera says US military forces attacked a cargo ship.
- UKMTO reported tanker incident off Omani coastTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 14:05, 6 November 2026
- Iran, Oman FM discuss latest regional developmentsIRNA (state media) ·
Iran, 09:06, 5 November 2026
- Tehran-Muscat trade ties deepen with 23% export growthTehran Times (state media) ·
Iran, 14:50, 4 November 2026
- UAE in good place for Nepal clash after beating Oman for third successive winThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 13:55, 4 November 2026
- Attack on vessel near Hormuz Strait: Deceased sailor hailed from Gujarat, kin plan burial in OmanThe Hindu ·
India, 11:25, 4 November 2026
- West Asia crisis: India ‘deeply concerned’ after seafarer killed in attack on merchant ship off OmanThe Hindu ·
India, 16:20, 3 November 2026
- KTR helps Telangana woman stranded in Muscat return home after employer deceived herThe Hindu ·
India, 14:30, 3 November 2026
- Gujarat sailor, 21, dead after Indian ship carrying dates struck in Oman watersThe Indian Express ·
India, 09:01, 3 November 2026
- Indian seafarer killed in attack on ship near Oman; 13 others rescued: MEAThe Hindu ·
India, 07:40, 3 November 2026
- One Indian National Killed in Attack on Vessel Near Oman, MEA Condemns StrikeThe Wire ·
India, 07:35, 3 November 2026
- Marinero indio muere tras ataque a petrolero frente a las costas de OmánClarín ·
Argentina, 06:40, 3 November 2026
- Indian sailor killed in attack on ship off Oman coast in Strait of Hormuz, 13 rescuedThe Indian Express ·
India, 05:46, 3 November 2026
- Xi, Sultan of Oman attend signing ceremony of cooperation documentsCGTN (state media) ·
China, 03:10, 3 November 2026
- Xi stresses China-Oman partnership in energy, investment, innovationCGTN (state media) ·
China, 03:10, 3 November 2026
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- President Xi holds welcome ceremony for Sultan of OmanCGTN (state media) ·
China, 03:10, 3 November 2026
- Chinese premier meets Sultan of OmanCGTN (state media) ·
China, 03:10, 3 November 2026
- China calls for Mideast dialogue in talks with Iran, Saudi, OmanHong Kong Free Press ·
Hong Kong, 02:45, 3 November 2026
Veramundi summary
China calls for dialogue in the Middle East in talks with Iran, Saudi Arabia and Oman, according to Dawn and Hong Kong Free Press. Al Jazeera describes the same move as a step up in China's Middle East diplomacy, with meetings with Iran and Oman.
- China steps up Middle East diplomacy with Iran and Oman meetingsAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 16:25, 2 November 2026
Veramundi summary
China calls for dialogue in the Middle East in talks with Iran, Saudi Arabia and Oman, according to Dawn and Hong Kong Free Press. Al Jazeera describes the same move as a step up in China's Middle East diplomacy, with meetings with Iran and Oman.
- China calls for Middle East dialogue in talks with Iran, Saudi Arabia, OmanDawn ·
Pakistan, 15:21, 2 November 2026
- China calls for Mideast dialogue in talks with Iran, Saudi, OmanDawn ·
Pakistan, 15:15, 2 November 2026
Veramundi summary
China calls for dialogue in the Middle East in talks with Iran, Saudi Arabia and Oman, according to Dawn and Hong Kong Free Press. Al Jazeera describes the same move as a step up in China's Middle East diplomacy, with meetings with Iran and Oman.
- Oman and China sign deals to boost trade and investmentAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 12:41, 2 November 2026
- China's Xi tells Oman's Sultan Haitham Gulf should not become arena for great-power rivalryThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 10:25, 2 November 2026
- Peace, stability in Mideast require joint efforts, Chinese president tells Omani sultanThe Express Tribune ·
Pakistan, 10:16, 2 November 2026
- China and Oman unite in Mideast peace call on sultan’s ‘historic’ Beijing visitSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 09:25, 2 November 2026
- Xi Jinping warns against great-power conflict in the Gulf as China, Oman eye trade pactil-jpost ·
Israel, 07:45, 2 November 2026
- Up to three years in jail for insulting Oman's national anthemThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 18:21, 1 November 2026
- Mahadev betting app kingpin Sourabh Chandrakar extradited from Oman to IndiaThe Hindu ·
India, 15:35, 1 November 2026
- Mahadev betting app scam: Key accused Saurabh Chandrakar extradited from OmanThe Indian Express ·
India, 14:10, 1 November 2026
- Musiker Rüdiger Carl: Oma Tinka brachte ihn zum Free JazzFrankfurter Allgemeine ·
Germany, 10:51, 1 November 2026
- Pakistan beat Oman to win HK Sixes Plate finalThe Express Tribune ·
Pakistan, 09:16, 1 November 2026
- Pakistan beat Oman by 18 runs to win Hong Kong Sixes Plate titleGeo News ·
Pakistan, 08:51, 1 November 2026
- Oman rescues 25 from burning ship, Iran halts tankersThe Hindu ·
India, 06:06, 31 October 2026
- Oman Rescues 25 From Burning Ship Set Ablaze In Fresh AttackChannels TV ·
Nigeria, 05:55, 31 October 2026
- Oman rescues 25 from burning oil tanker in Strait of HormuzAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 19:11, 30 October 2026
- Oman : les 25 membres d’équipage d’un navire marchand secourus après une attaqueLe Figaro ·
France, 13:40, 30 October 2026
- Futebol/Sub-15: Cabo Verde venceu Andorra e prepara jogo amigável com o Omã ainda hojeA Nação ·
Cape Verde, 12:40, 29 October 2026
- OMA reporta utilidad neta por mil 555 millones de pesos; es un crecimiento de 3% en el tercer trimestreEl Universal ·
Mexico, 20:25, 28 October 2026
- Oman calls for economic and security pact between Iran and Gulf countriesThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 13:20, 28 October 2026
- Oman: No lasting Persian Gulf security without Iran’s participationTehran Times (state media) ·
Iran, 16:36, 27 October 2026
- Oman announces new mining concession as part of critical minerals driveThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 15:30, 27 October 2026
- Fragen Sie den Spitzenkoch: „Mit meiner Oma zu kochen, war für mich immer ein Feiertag“Frankfurter Allgemeine ·
Germany, 09:56, 27 October 2026
- Oman says Persian Gulf security framework cannot exclude IranIRNA (state media) ·
Iran, 05:25, 27 October 2026
- Família real recebe sultão do Omã com banquete de EstadoObservador ·
Portugal, 13:07, 21 October 2026
- Pink dolphin sighted off Oman’s coast; know what causes its unusual colourThe Indian Express ·
India, 09:55, 21 October 2026
- King Charles bows to Sultan of Oman's 'wisdom'Geo News ·
Pakistan, 09:45, 21 October 2026
- King Charles' State Banquet reveals special tea menu inspired by OmanGeo News ·
Pakistan, 18:45, 20 October 2026
- 44 years later, British royal family hosts Sultan of OmanPunch ·
Nigeria, 09:05, 20 October 2026
- Uduaghan gave his all to Delta, Nigeria — Ex-envoy Oma DjebahPunch ·
Nigeria, 23:05, 19 October 2026
- Iran's military says oil tanker on fire in Gulf of OmanThe Hindu ·
India, 18:10, 16 October 2026
- FlyDubai co-pilot was Omani national flagged over extremism concerns, sources sayThe Hindu ·
India, 14:10, 15 October 2026
- Shehbaz hosts Omani foreign minister as six cooperation agreements are signedGeo News ·
Pakistan, 23:05, 14 October 2026
- US military destroys Iranian-affiliated ship in Gulf of Oman after evacuating crewil-jpost ·
Israel, 22:15, 14 October 2026