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How the First Saudi State Posed Real Threat to the Ottomans, Persian Influence

Thousands of foreign documents, uncovered by a Saudi researcher specialized in Saudi history, revealed important aspects that characterized the first central state in the Arabian Peninsula, which was founded by Imam Muhammad bin Saud. With King Salman’s announcement that February 22 will be known as Founding Day, commemorating Saudi heritage…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Omani FM in Tehran as nuclear talks in Vienna continue

Iranian state media is reporting that Oman’s foreign minister has arrived in Tehran for talks with his Iranian counterpart

The Independent UK

Omani Ambassador to Asharq Al-Awsat: Riyadh, Muscat to Announce Joint Industrial Zone Soon

Saudi Arabia and Oman aim to announce joint industrial and economic zones soon, Oman’s ambassador revealed to Asharq Al-Awsat. Faisal bin Turki Al Said noted that 2022 would witness increased efforts to achieve the planned partnerships. The ambassador indicated that both sides are discussing partnerships in joint industrial zones and…

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Ireland qualify for T20 World Cup with comprehensive victory over Oman

Gareth Delany scored 47 before Simi Singh claimed three for 20 as Ireland ran out winners by 56 runs.

The Independent UK

British teenager aims to become youngest to fly solo around the world

A 16-year-old pilot is aiming to become the youngest person to fly solo around the world after his 19-year-old sister became the youngest woman to complete the feat.

Evening Standard

Continuing defence engagements, Oman Navy Chief visits India

He is scheduled to visit Navy’s Information Fusion Centre for Indian Ocean Region

The Hindu

Commander Royal Navy of Oman calls on Army Chief General MM Naravane, discussed bilateral defence cooperation

Rear Admiral Saif Bin Nassir Bin Mohsin Al Rahbi, Commander Royal Navy of Oman, called on Chief of Army Staff General MM Naravane and discussed ways to enhance the bilateral defence cooperation between India and Oman, the Indian army informed on Monday.

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Saudi Arabia Raises March Crude Prices to Asia

Saudi Aramco has raised prices for all crude grades it sells to Asia in March from February, in line with market expectations. The world's top oil exporter increased its March price for its Arab Light crude grade for Asian customers by 60 cents a barrel versus February to a premium…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Oman Signs Three MoUs with Saudi Fund for Development

Oman’s Finance Ministry signed on Thursday three Memorandums of Understandings (MoUs) with the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) to finance several projects worth RO94 million (about $244 million). The first MoU aims at supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by allocating funds to give access to soft loans in various…

Asharq Al-Awsat

VIDEO: Blind Cat Wakes Up Owner With Faintest Of Meows Every Day At 3 AM

Caring for a beloved pet “can teach you a lot about being selfless,” says the happy owner.

Zenger

Israel participates in huge U.S. Mideast naval exercise alongside Saudi, Oman

Israel is taking part in a huge U.S.-led naval exercise in the Middle East, for the first time publicly joining Saudi Arabia and Oman, two counties it has no diplomatic relations with despite its normalisation of ties with some Gulf states.

Reuters

The Socceroos' World Cup hopes are on a knife-edge after yet another qualifier draw. So what happens next?

After their 2-2 draw with Oman overnight, the Socceroos' path to the 2022 World Cup has now become do-or-die. Here's what happens next.

ABC News

World Cup doomsday scenario looms after Socceroos slip up in Oman

Australia’s 2-2 draw has brought the potential ramifications of missing the tournament in Qatar into sharp focus

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos draw 2-2 against Oman, hurting World Cup qualification hopes

The Socceroos are unlikely to secure automatic qualification to the World Cup after Oman secures a draw with a late penalty.

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Saudi Arabia Supports UN Envoy's Efforts to Reach Comprehensive Political Solution in Yemen

The Saudi government stressed on Tuesday its support to the efforts of United Nations envoy to Yemen, Hans Grundberg, in reaching a comprehensive political solution to the crisis in the country. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in person…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi, Omani Interior Ministers Tour Empty Quarter Crossing

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, and his Omani counterpart Hamoud bin Faisal Al Busaidi, toured on Monday the Empty Quarter border checkpoint, connecting the Kingdom and Sultanate. The new crossing cuts the distance between Saudi Arabia and Oman by about 800 km, therefore, creating trade and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Assad: Dealing with Changes in Arab Reality Requires Changing Political Approach, Thinking

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said that “dealing with changes in reality and Arab society requires changing the political approach and thinking.” This came during his meeting with the Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi in Damascus. According to state-owned SANA, Assad and Albusaidi reviewed “the distinguished relations that bind Syria…

AAP

Oman only concern for Socceroos boss

Rivals Japan and Saudi Arabia are facing each other but Graham Arnold insists the Socceroos sole focus is on securing a World Cup qualifying win over Oman.

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India, Oman to hold 10th military cooperation panel meeting

Secretary General, Ministry of Defence of Oman, will be in India from Sunday to Tuesday

Asharq Al-Awsat

Quint Meeting Stresses Need to Hold Houthis Accountable for Terrorist Acts

Senior representatives of the Governments of Oman, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America (The Quint), strongly denounced the terrorist Houthi attacks on Yemeni civilians and the heinous attacks on Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Daily Mirror

Kevin Pietersen rolls back the years by hitting 30 in one over during legends match

Kevin Pietersen brutally smashed Sanath Jayasuriya for three sixes and three fours in one over during a legends match in Oman.

AAP

Socceroos coach Arnold to return for Oman

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold will return to the touchline for next week's World Cup qualifier against Oman, having tested negative for COVID-19.

Al Jazeera

Oman women demand ‘equal partnership’ as divorce rates rise

More than 3,800 divorces were filed in 2021 in the Gulf nation, a rise of 12% compared with a year earlier.

The Guardian - AU

Reality may bite for Socceroos with World Cup fate in precarious position

Graham Arnold’s side are treading a fine line between success and failure with crucial games coming up against Vietnam and Oman

Asharq Al-Awsat

Oman Inaugurates $417 Mn Mega Solar Energy Project

Oman inaugurated Ibri 2, the first solar independent power project (IPP) to be launched under the country’s national renewable energy program and connected to the primary national grid. The project is located in the northwestern governorate of al-Dhahirah with an investment of $417 million, with a capacity of 500MW. It…

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