TEHRAN – In a significant diplomatic development, the foreign minister of Oman arrived in Tehran on Sunday for a series of meetings and negotiations with his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amir Abdollahian,

As reported by Iranian media outlets, Sayyid Badr Al-Busaidi, leading a distinguished delegation, seeks to foster discussions and dialogue on matters of mutual interest. The Sunday visit underscores the ongoing efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties between the two nations.

The discussions between the two foreign ministers are expected to cover a range of key areas of focus, emphasizing the expansion of bilateral cooperation. 

Issues of regional significance was on the agenda, with a particular emphasis on addressing the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and the imperative need for a ceasefire. Humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza was the central and crucial topic of the conversation. The two chief diplomats also highlighted the shared commitment to alleviating the suffering of the affected Gazan population.

The visit builds upon the recent diplomatic engagement between Iran and Oman, as evidenced by a telephone conversation between the foreign ministers of the two countries on December 1st. During the phone call, the latest developments in Gaza were discussed. In addition to that, both sides emphasized the urgent necessity for a sustainable ceasefire and comprehensive humanitarian assistance to people in the Gaza Strip. The two foreign ministers also reiterated the importance of the global community’s role in the endeavors toward peace, underscoring the shared commitment to promoting stability and addressing humanitarian crises in the region. 

The ongoing diplomatic dialogue between Iran and Oman exemplifies the commitment of both nations to fostering regional stability and addressing the pressing humanitarian challenges collaboratively. 

Iran and Oman share strong diplomatic and economic bonds, rooted in their historical, cultural, and religious affinities. They are regional partners with intimate political and military connections. Muscat has also played a role in facilitating dialogue to ease tensions between Iran and the West, particularly in the build-up to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

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