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Omani citizens wishing to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina must obtain an entry visa to the country from the Bosnian Embassy starting on February 10, 2024, the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Bosnia and Herzegovina said. The embassy said in a statement: “The Embassy would like to note to the honourable citizens that, based on the decision issued by the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina on January 11, 2024 regarding the necessity of obtaining an entry visa to Bosnia and Herzegovina for citizens of the Sultanate of Oman. Accordingly, as of February 10, 2024 , the decision will be implemented, and those wishing to travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina must apply for an entry visa from the Bosnian Embassy in Riyadh.”
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An expat has been arrested for stealing electric wires from six houses under construction in the Wilayat of Jaalan Bani Bu Ali, South Al Sharqiyah Governorate. Royal Oman Police (ROP), said in a statement: “The South Al Sharqiyah Governorate Police Command arrests a person of Asian nationality after he stole electrical wires from six houses under construction in the Wilayat of Jaalan Bani Bu Ali. The legal procedures are being completed against him.”
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In an exhilarating AFC Asian Cup match, Saudi Arabia staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Oman 2-1 on Tuesday. The game was marked by a significant twist involving the VAR system, which saw a last-minute winning goal initially disallowed for Saudi Arabia, only to be reversed and awarded later. The match was held as part of the first round of Group F matches at Khalifa International Stadium. Oman took the lead early in the match and maintained it for over an hour, challenging the Saudis with a defensive strategy and looking for opportunities to counter-attack. The strategy paid off in the 14th minute when defender Hassan Tambakti’s foul inside the box led to a penalty, converted by Salah Al Yahyaei, putting Oman ahead. Despite dominating possession, Saudi Arabia struggled to find an equaliser. Their efforts were thwarted by Oman’s compact defense and some near-miss opportunities. Notably, an own goal was narrowly avoided thanks to the reflexes of Oman’s goalkeeper, Ibrahim Al Mukhaini. The game’s dynamics changed in the final 15 minutes. Saudi Arabia’s coach, Roberto Mancini, brought on winger Abdulrahman Ghareeb, who made an immediate impact. Ghareeb’s skillful play in the 78th minute saw him weave past three defenders and […]
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Oman has unveiled ambitious plans for the establishment of the Middle East’s inaugural spaceport, slated for full operational status by 2030. Named Etlaq, this cutting-edge facility is designed to accommodate space launchers of various sizes and strategically located in the port city of Duqm. The announcement was made during the Middle East Space Conference in Muscat by the National Aerospace Services Company (Nascom), the entity overseeing this groundbreaking project. This revelation follows Nascom’s introduction of the concept over a year ago, underscoring the nation’s commitment to becoming a significant player in the rapidly evolving space industry. The spaceport aims to adhere to the rigorous standards set by the US Federal Aviation Administration, positioning itself as an attractive destination for international space exploration companies. Renowned aerospace giants such as Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic have expressed interest in utilising the Middle East, including the United Arab Emirates, as launch sites for their space tourism flights. The equatorial position of Oman’s port in Duqm provides a unique advantage to the venture, making it an ideal location for space launches.
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A citizen was arrested for possessing more than 2,600 Captagon tablets and a quantity of crystal drug for the purpose of trafficking in South Al Batinah Governorate. Royal Oman Police (ROP) said in a statement :”The South Al Batinah Governorate Police Command arrested a citizen in possession of more than 2,600 Captagon tablets and a quantity of crystal drug for the purpose of trafficking. The legal procedures are being completed against him.” In another incident: Three arrested in possession of drugs in Dhofar ROP said in a statement: “Coast Guard police boats led by the Dhofar Governorate Police seized a boat carrying 3 infiltrators of Arab nationality and in possession of more than 1,050 packages of the khat drug. The legal procedures are being completed against them.”
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The most punctual airlines in the Middle East have been revealed by global aviation analytics experts Cirium. Cirium conducted research into flight arrival times to create the 2023 On-Time Performance Review. Now in its 15th year, the Cirium On-Time Performance program meticulously monitors global airline operational performance using extensive and unbiased data, derived from more than 600 real-time information sources. Middle East and Africa’s most punctual airlines Oman Air was named the most punctual airline in the Middle East and Africa for 2023. It scored 92.5 per cent On-Time Performance (OTP), the highest among all carriers across all categories. An on-time flight is defined as a flight that arrives within 15 minutes of the scheduled gate arrival. It’s the second consecutive time the Muscat-based airline has taken the top spot, having scored 91.3 per cent during 2022. In aviation, on-time performance represents a pivotal cornerstone shaping the passenger experience. Flights that are on time mean smoother, less stressful journeys, making it a key differentiator for guest satisfaction. Other notable performances in the MENA region included Qatar Airways achieving a punctuality score of more than 85 per cent, the third highest in the world for a global airline and South Africa’s Safair being […]
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Four people were arrested while trying to smuggle about 100 kilogrammes of drugs to the Sultanate of Oman. The Royal Oman Police (ROP) said: “The Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Control Department, led by the South Al Sharqiyah Governorate Police, in cooperation with the Coast Guard Police, arrested four people of Asian nationality while trying to smuggle 50 kilograms of crystal meth and 49 kilograms of hashish, and completed legal procedures.”
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Mall of Muscat has reported a record year, with more than 4m visitors, new additions and a collection of prestigious awards. The mall is undergoing a strategic refresh as it looks to further grow in the year ahead. In 2023, the Mall of Muscat was given the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Shopping Centre and Retailer Award, as it also welcomed new retail and lifestyle additions. Mall of Muscat openings In 2023 the mall 2023 welcomed: In the coming months, the mall is set to introduce more new outlets, including Habib Beirut, Optimum Cafe and Roastery, Adventure World, Dirran Organic and Flawerma. “In 2023, Mall of Muscat achieved a remarkable milestone of over 4 million footfalls and garnered prestigious awards and hosted a series of successful events, showcasing our commitment to excellence. “As we embark on a transformative journey into 2024, we continue to evolve and innovate, ensuring that the mall remains the leading leisure and entertainment destination, setting new benchmarks in customer experience and engagement.”
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Iranian naval forces, acting under a court order, seized Marshall Islands-flagged tanker “St Nikolas,” Bloomberg reports, citing Iran’s semi-official Tasnim agency reports. The report said St Nikolas is a “US oil tanker.” #BREAKING: Iran seized a oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was in the center of a dispute between Iran and the US pic.twitter.com/azify6leyN — Amichai Stein (@AmichaiStein1) January 11, 2024 Earlier, research firm TankerTrackers said, “Iranians have boarded today in the Gulf of Oman is the ST NIKOLAS.” The tanker which the Iranians have boarded today in the Gulf of Oman is the ST NIKOLAS (9524475); carrying Iraqi oil. Formerly known as the SUEZ RAJAN; she was seized by the US government for having transported a million barrels of Iranian oil in connection to a US company. pic.twitter.com/0eMLbtIjwO — TankerTrackers.com, Inc. (@TankerTrackers) January 11, 2024 Turkish Petroleum Refineries Corp. chartered the tanker, which was transporting 140,00 tons of Iraqi SOMO crude. The vessel was en route to Aliaga in western Turkey. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) authority reported hours ago a vessel was boarded by “4-5 armed unauthorized persons” about 50 miles east of Sohar, Oman. “Unauthorized boarders are reported to be wearing military-style […]
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