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Foreign Worker Wounded in Drone Attack on Oman’s Salalah Port

(FILE) - An Indian dhow captain supervises the loading of Omani refined flour aboard a dhow destined for India at the container port of Salalah, Oman, 24 October 2005 (reissued 20 March 2026). EPA/MIKE NELSON
(FILE) - An Indian dhow captain supervises the loading of Omani refined flour aboard a dhow destined for India at the container port of Salalah, Oman, 24 October 2005 (reissued 20 March 2026). EPA/MIKE NELSON
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Foreign Worker Wounded in Drone Attack on Oman’s Salalah Port

(FILE) - An Indian dhow captain supervises the loading of Omani refined flour aboard a dhow destined for India at the container port of Salalah, Oman, 24 October 2005 (reissued 20 March 2026). EPA/MIKE NELSON
(FILE) - An Indian dhow captain supervises the loading of Omani refined flour aboard a dhow destined for India at the container port of Salalah, Oman, 24 October 2005 (reissued 20 March 2026). EPA/MIKE NELSON

A drone attack on one of Oman's main ports wounded a foreign worker, the Gulf country's authorities said on Saturday.

Two drones hit the port of Salalah in the far south of Oman, a statement carried by the country's official news agency said, injuring the worker and causing "limited" damage to a crane.

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Qatar, Türkiye Back Pakistan’s Efforts to End Iran War

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Turkish FM Hakan Fidan meet in Doha on Tuesday. (QNA)
Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Turkish FM Hakan Fidan meet in Doha on Tuesday. (QNA)
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Qatar, Türkiye Back Pakistan’s Efforts to End Iran War

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Turkish FM Hakan Fidan meet in Doha on Tuesday. (QNA)
Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Turkish FM Hakan Fidan meet in Doha on Tuesday. (QNA)

Qatar and Türkiye stressed on Tuesday “their rejection of unilateral measures that could undermine the security of the Strait of Hormuz or threaten the stability of international navigation.”

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received in Doha on Tuesday Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan for talks on regional developments, most notably the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and efforts to de-escalate tensions and reach a diplomatic solution to boost international security and stability.

They also reviewed the strategic cooperation relations between their countries and ways to support and strengthen them.

Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani later received Fidan for talks on regional developments and tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.

They reaffirmed the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation in the strait, condemning any attacks against commercial vessels or threats to maritime security in the region.

They described such acts “as a clear violation of international law and a threat to the stability of international trade and vital supply chains.”

The officials agreed that “the next phase requires enhanced coordination and consultation, as well as building on the strategic partnership between Qatar and Türkiye in support of regional security and stability.”

They underscored support for the mediation efforts by Pakistan, hoping they will help bring the crisis to an end.

Discussions further covered the latest developments in the Gaza Strip, the occupied Palestinian territories and Lebanon.

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GCC Condemns Infiltration of Iran’s IRGC Members into Kuwait

A view of Kuwait City. (KUNA)
A view of Kuwait City. (KUNA)
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GCC Condemns Infiltration of Iran’s IRGC Members into Kuwait

A view of Kuwait City. (KUNA)
A view of Kuwait City. (KUNA)

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi strongly condemned on Tuesday the infiltration of members from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) into Kuwait.

He said: "These hostile Iranian policies are a direct threat to the security and stability of the region and are a systematic attempt to destabilize regional peace and undermine the foundations of collective security."

"Such actions are in clear violation of the principles of international law, the United Nations (UN) Charter, and the principles of good neighborliness," he added.

He underscored "the full support of the GCC member states for Kuwait in all measures it takes to maintain its security and stability, as well as the safety of its citizens and residents."

Kuwait said on Tuesday that four people arrested earlier this month as they attempted to enter the country by sea confessed to belonging to Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

The four men -- two navy colonels, a captain and a lieutenant commander -- admitted they had been tasked by Iran's ideological army with "infiltrating" Bubiyan Island, Kuwait's interior ministry said in a statement.

The group attempted to enter on May 1 "aboard a fishing boat specially chartered to carry out hostile actions against Kuwait", the ministry said.

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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Support for Gulf States, Measures to Protect Their Security

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairing the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Jeddah - SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairing the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Jeddah - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Support for Gulf States, Measures to Protect Their Security

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairing the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Jeddah - SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairing the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Jeddah - SPA

Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Jeddah.

The Crown Prince briefed the Cabinet on the contents of the two messages he received from President Mohamed Cheikh El Ghazouani of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan.

Addressing regional developments, the Cabinet emphasized its condemnation of the treacherous attacks on the territories and territorial waters of the United Arab Emirates, the State of Qatar, and the State of Kuwait, and reaffirmed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's support for the Gulf states and the measures they are taking to protect their security and stability.

In a statement to the SPA following the session, Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary said that the Cabinet discussed the latest developments in strengthening cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and various countries and international organizations.

It commended the outcomes of the third meeting of the Saudi-Turkish Coordination Council, noting that it reflected a shared interest in consolidating bilateral relations and propelling them toward broader horizons in all fields to serve the interests of both countries and their peoples.

The Cabinet considered the selection of Riyadh to host a United Nations digital government center as confirmation of the Kingdom's leadership and its regional and global role in supporting multilateral international action, enabling innovation, and adopting artificial intelligence technologies to build a more inclusive and sustainable digital future.

It also reviewed the quarterly report on the state's general budget performance for fiscal year 2026, noting indicators that reflect a firm commitment to enhancing spending on national priorities, including health, education, social development, and infrastructure projects in water and energy, as part of ongoing efforts to develop and improve services provided to citizens.

The Cabinet praised the growing developmental momentum in the industrial and mining sectors throughout 2025, highlighting achievements in consolidating local capabilities, attracting quality investments, and enhancing self-sufficiency in targeted sectors to diversify the production base and boost the global competitiveness of national exports.