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The Omani Foreign Ministry reported that Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi spoke by telephone with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty on November 3 about the close relations between their countries and the fast-moving events across the region. The ministers exchanged perspectives on diplomatic work to contain tensions and block any return to military action while creating space for renewed dialogue and political agreements. They also stressed closer coordination between Muscat and Cairo along with support for regional and international moves toward de-escalation.
According to the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, the two officials examined efforts already under way to protect the region from the heavy costs of war that would carry serious political, economic and humanitarian consequences for the Middle East and beyond. They concurred on the need to take every available step to stop military operations from restarting and to guide the current crisis back toward negotiations among the parties involved. Ministry spokesman Nader Zaki conveyed that both sides viewed sustained consultations as essential.
The conversation unfolded as tensions between the United States and Iran have risen again with Washington issuing threats of additional military steps against Tehran. Iran has expressed readiness to reopen talks and has coordinated with Oman on secure shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz. Oman has served as a mediator in past indirect discussions between Iranian and American representatives.
Both ministers underlined the importance of safeguarding maritime corridors and the safety of navigation while pursuing lasting solutions that would strengthen security and stability throughout the area. They committed to intensifying bilateral coordination and backing wider initiatives aimed at lowering tensions. The Omani News Agency noted that the call reflected a shared focus on preventing further destabilization.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stated on X that he had exchanged views with his Omani counterpart on de-escalation, preventing renewed military action and advancing a political solution to the crisis. The discussion built on earlier patterns of consultation between the two Arab states on regional challenges. Officials highlighted the value of continued engagement to address evolving developments.
Oman’s established role in regional mediation has included facilitating communications during previous periods of heightened friction between Iran and Western powers. Recent understandings reached between Tehran and Muscat on safe passage for vessels add a practical dimension to these diplomatic activities. The latest call between the two foreign ministers forms part of ongoing Arab efforts to steer the situation toward negotiated outcomes rather than confrontation.
