Oman urges unified global response to regional escalation
Muscat – The Sultanate of Oman has been involved in a flurry of diplomatic activity, reaffirming its steadfast commitment to regional peace and stability amid escalating tensions triggered by Israel's aggression against Iran.
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received two phone calls from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The leaders discussed the grave regional developments and the urgent need for coordinated international efforts to contain the crisis and prevent further escalation.
In parallel, Sayyid Badr al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, held a meeting in Muscat with his German counterpart Johann David Wadephul, who paid a visit to the capital for high-level talks. Their discussions centred on Israel's military strikes on Iran, which targeted vital sovereign sites and resulted in significant casualties. The two ministers also addressed the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, marked by widespread destruction, displacement, and loss of civilian life.
Sayyid Badr strongly condemned the violations of international law and norms, particularly the infringement of state sovereignty. He reiterated the importance of a two-state solution and called for broader international recognition of the State of Palestine. Both sides emphasised the urgent need to intensify diplomatic efforts in support of peaceful resolutions and long-term regional stability.
In continuation of Oman's diplomatic outreach, Sayyid Badr has also held a series of phone calls with foreign ministers from Arab, Islamic, and friendly nations, as part of a broader campaign to mobilise political and legal pressure to halt Israeli military actions.
The discussions highlighted the importance of unified international action to confront ongoing violations of international humanitarian law and prevent further deterioration of the regional security landscape. All parties agreed that diplomatic engagement remains the only viable path to lasting peace and security.
These sustained efforts underscore Oman's balanced and principled foreign policy – rooted in dialogue, justice, and respect for international law – aimed at preserving global peace and ensuring prosperity for all.
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