Muscat— As part of ongoing national efforts to facilitate the repatriation of the Omani citizens from the Islamic Republic of Iran, and based on joint coordination between the Foreign Ministry, relevant Omani authorities and the Sultanate of Oman’s missions abroad, the Ministry announced the implementation of the fourth phase of its evacuation plan.
Today, Oman received 294 evacuated Omani citizens at Muscat International Airport via the Republic of Turkiye, along with a number of nationals from other countries.
The Foreign Ministry expresses its deep appreciation for the integrated efforts of all relevant national authorities, particularly the support teams and field committees, as well as the constructive cooperation with the friendly Turkish authorities, which contributed to the smooth and safe execution of this phase.
The Ministry also affirms its commitment to proceeding with the subsequent phases of the evacuation plan through continuous coordination with parties concerned inside and outside Oman, ensuring the safety and secure return of citizens to their homeland.
With this phase, the total number of Omani citizens evacuated so far has risen to 1,188, while the number of other nationals whose return was facilitated stands at 281. This reflects Oman’s humanitarian considerations and ongoing coordination efforts with brotherly and friendly nations.
