Tehran, Muscat push for peaceful solutions in region

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with his Omani counterpart, Seyed Badr Al-Busaidi, in Muscat on Sunday, as the two nations reaffirmed their commitment to diplomatic engagement and regional stability.

Iranian university student awarded as ‘Future Climate Leader’

TEHRAN –Mohammad-Reza Baradaran Motie, a PhD university student in architecture, has won the ‘Future Climate Leader’ award in Oman Climate Week, which was held from February 24 to 27.

Oman seeks to expand ties with Iran in dealing with narcotics

TEHRAN –Mohammed bin Saleh Al Gheilani, General Director of Combating Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of Oman, has called for signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran to promote cooperation in combating drugs and narcotics.

No place for global power struggles in Indian Ocean, says Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has cautioned against the influence of external powers in the Indian Ocean region, warning that geopolitical rivalries must not dictate its future.

Iran FM set to attend 8th Indian Ocean Rim summit in Oman

TEHRAN – Esmaeil Baqaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, announced on Friday that Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is scheduled to visit Oman in the coming days.

Tehran, Muscat talk stronger defense ties in high-level military talks

TEHRAN – Senior military officials from Iran and Oman have held discussions in Tehran to enhance defense cooperation and strengthen regional security ties between the two nations.

Only regional solidarity can counter Israeli expansionist policies: Iran’s top general

TEHRAN – Iran’s highest-ranking military official has strongly condemned a US-Israeli plan to forcibly displace Palestinians in Gaza, emphasizing that the only effective response to Israel’s aggressive policies is regional unity.  

Iran, Oman telecom companies sign MOU on data transmission

TEHRAN –Iranian and Omani telecommunication companies have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to expand data transmission among operators of the two countries.

There has been no change in Iran’s nuclear doctrine, top security official says

TEHRAN – Iran’s top security official said on Monday that contrary to what is claimed by foreign media outlets there has been no change in Iran’s nuclear doctrine.

Iran, Oman offer common ground on Syria, trade, and regional issues during FM’s Tehran visit

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that the Islamic Republic's guiding principle is the advancement of peace and security within the region and among all nations in the Muslim world. 

By Afshin Majlesi

Masghati: a culinary jewel of Lar

LAR, Fars Province - A translucent dessert, with its gentle floral aroma and silky texture, the Masghati of Lar is a jewel of regional cuisine in the ancient city, situated in southern Iran.

Iran set to enhance relations with Oman: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that his administration is poised to take significant steps to bolster relations with Oman.

Israel’s attack against Iran ‘unlawful’, Tehran reserves the right to respond: FM

TEHRAN – In a phone call with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Sunday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi asserted that Iran considers the defense of its sovereignty an inherent and legal right, a stance he reinforced as he discussed the “unlawful” Israeli attacks against the country.

Oman strongly condemns Israeli aggression against Iran

TEHRAN – Oman’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned Israel’s recent attack on Iranian territory, calling it a blatant violation of Iran’s sovereignty and international law.

Pezeshkian urges Muslims to ‘act as one’ against Israel in call with Omani Sultan

TEHRAN – During a phone conversation with Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said on Wednesday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian underscored the need for increased pressure on Israel's supporters to curb its aggression. 

Omani-Iranian joint military commission holds annual meeting in Muscat

TEHRAN – The 19th annual meeting of the Omani-Iranian joint military commission officially opened on Monday in Muscat, Oman.

Tehran, Muscat urge immediate international action to end Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman have called for swift international intervention to halt what they describe as Israeli genocide and aggressive actions in Gaza and Lebanon.

Iran, Oman conduct joint ground and naval exercises 

TEHRAN – Iran and Oman conducted two separate joint military exercises on Thursday, as the two Persian Gulf states work to strengthen cooperation in different fields. 

Iran’s Jamaran destroyer hosts meeting between envoy, Army officers in Oman

TEHRAN – The Iranian ambassador to Oman convened with Iranian Army officers aboard the Jamaran destroyer, docked at Sultan Qaboos Port, on Wednesday.

Iran proposes ICESCO holding scientific Olympiad for Islamic nations

TEHRAN – Education Minister, Alireza Kazemi, has proposed the Islamic Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), holding a scientific-educational Olympiad for the students in Islamic countries.

Iran, Oman conduct first joint ground military exercise

TEHRAN- The inaugural joint ground exercise involving the armies of Iran and Oman has started.

Iran sees tourism surge amid 26% growth in Western Asia’s intl. arrivals

TEHRAN - Western Asian countries including Iran have experienced a remarkable 26% increase in international tourist arrivals during the first seven months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2019.

Iranian, Omani FMs pledge to strengthen bilateral relations

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman have reaffirmed their countries' commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties, expressing readiness to collaborate closely on various regional and international issues.

Feasibility study conducted on shark tourism in southern Iran

TEHRAN – An Iranian expert has conducted a research project probing the feasibility of launching shark tourism in the waters surrounding Chabahar in the Sea of Oman.

Iran’s acting FM condemns Israeli airstrike in Yemen, expresses solidarity

TEHRAN – Iranian Acting Foreign Minister Ali Baqeri Kani has reaffirmed Iran's solidarity with the Yemeni people and their resistance against Israeli actions.

Iran condemns deadly shooting incident in Oman

TEHRAN – Iran has strongly denounced a tragic shooting attack near a mosque in Oman's Wadi al-Kabir area, Muscat Governorate, during a Shia Muslim ceremony commemorating Ashura, the annual remembrance of the martyrdom of Imam Hossein, the third Shia Imam and grandson of Prophet Mohammad (pbuh).

Visa waiver program lifts Iran’s tourism, expert says

TEHRAN - Hormatollah Rafiei, the director of the Association of Iranian Travel Agencies, stated that Iran’s new unilateral visa waiver strategy has significantly boosted the tourism sector.