Iran to hold next roundof talks with US ‘soon’
The Kingdom of Bahrain, the State of Kuwait, the State of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have welcomed the Sultanate of Oman’s hosting of high-level negotiations between…
US pressing Ukraine and Russia to end war by June
KYIV: The United States wants Ukraine and Russia to end their nearly four-year war by June, and has offered to host talks between the two sides in Florida next week, Ukrainian Pres…
AFDF finances 13 projects worth RO 2.4 m in 2025
MUSCAT: The Agricultural and Fisheries Development Fund (AFDF), in cooperation with relevant entities within the food security system, financed 13 development projects across the a…
Ramadhan promotes safety, discipline and compassion, says scholar
MUSCAT: The holy month of Ramadhan, expected to arrive in the third week of February, teaches humanity important lessons in safety, discipline, compassion and responsibility, accor…
Al Dhahirah Tourism Festival 2026 draws 420,000 visitors
IBRI: The 3rd edition of the Al Dhahirah Tourism Festival concluded on February 6, after a month of diverse activities and programmes, drawing strong public turnout and active part…
‘Bridges’ event showcases Omani identity at Nizwa Fort
NIZWA: The Department of Awqaf and Religious Affairs in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate launched the ‘Bridges: Oman Identity and Civilisation’ event at Nizwa Fort, with activities held o…
UTAS Rustaq signs MoU to strengthen professional training, industrial skills
AL RUSTAQ: The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) – College of Education in Al Rustaq – signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Green Line Training Institute,…
IDF Oman 2026 showcases innovation, smart living and creative art
MUSCAT: The 12th edition of the Interior Design and Furnishing Expo (IDF Oman) concluded at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, reaffirming its status as Oman’s leading plat…
Oman Cancer Association launches support forum in Dhofar
SALALAH: The Oman Cancer Association, Dhofar branch, organised the first edition of the ‘Recreational and Sports Forum for Cancer Patients’ at the Sultan Qaboos Youth Complex for C…
Japan’s Takaichi talks tough on immigration prior vote
TOKYO: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to make Japan “more prosperous and safer”, including through tougher immigration screening, in a final appeal to voters on the eve of s…