US to leave Iran ‘pretty quickly’ and return if needed, Trump tells Reuters
WASHINGTON: The United States will be “out of Iran pretty quickly” and could return for “spot hits” if needed, President Donald Trump told Reuters on Wednesday, hours before he…
NIZWA SOUQ COMES ALIVE AFTER THE RAINS
In a scene brimming with life, the wadi in the heart of Nizwa Souq continues to stand out as a place where people gather — just as its waters converge — forming a natural space def…
‘Tamkeen’ forum seeks to empower human resources in heritage, tourism
MUSCAT: A forum codenamed ‘Tamkeen’ (empowerment) kicked off in the Governorate of Muscat on Wednesday. The forum seeks to empower Omani human resources in the sectors of heritage…
‘Himma’ initiative to boost consumer awareness
ADAM, APRIL 1The Consumer Protection Department in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate launched the ‘Himma (Protection) Awareness and Safety Caravan’ on Tuesday, aiming to strengthen consume…
Safeguarding identity in an era of transformation
MUSCAT: Omani national identity remains a cornerstone of the nation, deeply rooted in the Sultanate of Oman’s rich history, religion, language and cultural heritage. These enduring…
NASA counts down for first crewed lunar mission in 50 years
NASA Sends Astronauts around the Moon for the first time in 50 years Florida: NASA is set to launch four astronauts as soon as Wednesday evening on a 10-day flight around the mo…
Trump voices soon end of Iran war
TEHRAN: Tehran was rocked by a fresh wave of explosions on Wednesday, as US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran could be over in two or three weeks. The conflict began wh…
Israeli strikes on Lebanon capital area kill 7
BEIRUT: Lebanon’s health ministry said on Wednesday that Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs and a nearby town killed at least seven people, as Israel’s military said it h…
UK’s Starmer calls for closer Europe ties
LONDON: Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that the global instability caused by the Iran war means Britain should pivot to focusing on closer economic and defence ties…
Philippines seeks passage for oil in Iran meeting
MANILA: The Philippines has sought safe passage for desperately needed oil shipments in a meeting with Iran, a presidential spokeswoman said, as the import-dependent archipelago jo…