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Relations (1)
cross_type 2.58 — strongly supporting 4 facts
Iran and Oman are linked through diplomatic efforts, including Iran's proposal for a regional uranium enrichment consortium based in Oman [1] and Oman's active role in facilitating negotiations with Iran {fact:2, fact:3}. Additionally, the two nations are connected by the ongoing regional conflict, as Iran has conducted military strikes against Oman {fact:4, fact:5}.
Facts (4)
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United States and Iran on the Brink: What's at Stake? - CSIS csis.org 2 facts
claimIran has proposed the idea of a regional consortium for uranium enrichment, where enrichment would occur in Oman using Iranian centrifuges, and the resulting enriched uranium would be stored in Saudi Arabia, allowing Iran to claim it is not enriching on its own soil.
claimAmbassador Ziadeh identifies Oman as having a consistent role in facilitating communication with Iran, noting that Omani Foreign Minister Al Busaidi has been active in Geneva.
Twenty questions (and expert answers) about the Iran war atlanticcouncil.org 1 fact
claimOman is actively pursuing negotiations with Iran.
Escalation in the Middle East and Beyond unocha.org 1 fact
claimIranian strikes have killed or injured civilians, including migrant workers, in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.