Muscat's approach to the war with Iran and the positive consequences of the Omani model |
Muscat’s approach to the war with Iran and the positive consequences of the Omani model
Oman has adopted a unique diplomatic position during the war involving Iran, maintaining neutrality while strengthening its role as a mediator amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
Muscat’s approach to the Iran war
On 28 February 2026, a coordinated U.S.-Israeli campaign struck Iran. Oman positioned itself as a neutral broker almost immediately after the conflict’s ignition. Oman immediately condemned the attacks against Iran after the war began. Despite the suspicious and ambiguous attacks inside Oman, Muscat did not weaken its political relationship with Iran and congratulated the election of the new Iranian leader.
Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi said, This war is illegal. In March, he, referring to tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran, said that these conflicts were not started by Tehran.
In fact, Oman moved in a policy of declaration and action towards avoiding war. Unlike other actors of the GCC, Oman did not allow the United States to use its land, water, and airspace, and American bases in the country did not participate in the war.
Oman also opposed providing any support and services in this war. Despite the dangerous developments in the region, the Sultanate of Oman remained steadfast in its foreign policy principles.
Oman also officially called on the UN Security Council to take action to stop regional war and did not join other GCC actors in the UN Security Council.
In the next step, Oman welcomed Iran’s responsible approach in accepting the continuation of the ceasefire and entering into the diplomatic process and expressed........