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Gulf states seeking stability, hope US strikes on Iran will not spark wider conflict - analysis

Most of these countries have already dealt with the 624 days of crisis that Hamas's October 7 massacre caused. They want regional stability and peace. 

 Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, US President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa attend a group photo session with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 14, 2025.
 L to R: US President Donald Trump, Qatar PM Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei over a backdrop of Israel and Iran's flags; illustrative.

Iran willing to reach deal with US, but Israel needs to 'calm things down,' source tells 'Post'

 Fire of Israeli attack on Shahran Oil depot is seen following the Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025.

Iran reaches out to Qatar, Oman in attempt to broker ceasefire with US, Israel - exclusive

 An Iranian newspaper with a cover photo of US President Donald Trump and US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is seen in Tehran, Iran, May 11, 2025.

Sunday's US-Iran nuclear talks canceled, Oman says


Russia, Oman condemn Israel's 'Rising Lion' strikes as reckless escalation, Putin offers mediation

World leaders reacted to Israel’s strikes on Iran, with allies urging restraint and rivals condemning the escalation.

 Russia's President Vladimir Putin and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said attend a signing ceremony following their talks at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, April 22, 2025.

Israel considers striking Iran in coming days, US could play logistical role - report

Sources told ABC that the US could play a logistical role, including through intelligence sharing with Israel.

 A missile is launched during a joint exercise called the 'Great Prophet 17', in the southwest of Iran, December 24, 2021. Picture taken December 24, 2021.

UKMTO warns of rising Middle East tensions, possible impact on mariners

The maritime advisory group had previously noted several instances of GPS interference and communications in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.

 IRGC Navy Martyr Hassan Bagheri warship and an IRGC speed boat are sailing along the Persian Gulf during the IRGC marine parade, on April 29, 2024.

Next round of Iran-US nuclear talks could shape Tehran's retaliation strategy - analysis

Iran appears ready to retaliate if it faces too much pushback. It says this could be “proportionate,” although that leaves many options open.

 A man walks past an anti-US mural on a street in Tehran, Iran, June 5, 2025

Iranian president visits Oman, as Tehran sees 'new global order is already shaping'

Iran is increasingly seeking to be part of this new world order, in which non-Western countries work together against America and the West.

 MASOUD PEZESHKIAN, Iran’s newly elected president, attends a Muharram mourning ceremony in Tehran, on July 12.

Uncertainty lingers after Iran-US talks in Rome: Tehran in 'wait and see' mode - analysis

Over the last month and a half, there have been ups and downs in the nuclear talks that often feels like a roller coaster ride.

 Donald Trump seen with a model of an Iranian missile (illustrative)

Iranian official says Tehran would forego highly enriched uranium for deal, NBC reports

Iran is ready to sign a nuclear agreement with the US today if the US lifts all economic sanctions according to top Iranian advisor, Ali Shamkhani.

Ali Shamkhani

Iran pleased with recent round of talks - analysis

Iran was worried that the talks might be sinking over the last two weeks.

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by an unidentified Omani official upon his arrival in Muscat, Oman, May 11, 2025.

US talks progressing, though nuclear program 'non-negotiable' Iran's FM says

Senior US administration officials told Reuters that an agreement was reached to move forward with talks to continue working through technical elements. 

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by an unidentified Omani official upon his arrival in Muscat, Oman, May 11, 2025.

US nuclear talks may be collapsing, and Iran is worried - analysis

After initial success in April, the talks in May have hit a snag. It is not clear if things can be salvaged this week.

 An Iranian man holds a newspaper with a cover photo of Iran and US flags in Tehran, Iran. April 19, 2025.

Oman best channel to deal with Iran, Houthis, source tells Post -exclusive

In the past, Oman has successfully facilitated several deals to release American hostages held by the Houthis, former US Ambassador to Oman Sievers tells the Post.

 The Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said visits the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel on December 4, 2024 in Waterloo, Belgium.