Foreign Minister and UN Envoy discuss regional developments, efforts to end conflict

Muscat: Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today Jan Arno, Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for the Middle East conflict.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed the situation in the Middle East in general, and regional developments in particular, in light of the repercussions of the Israeli-American war on Iran and the ongoing ceasefire, as well as efforts to find solutions capable of bringing a definitive end to the conflict in the region across all political, security, economic, and humanitarian dimensions.

Sayyid Badr affirmed the Sultanate of Oman's support for UN-led efforts aimed at prioritizing peaceful and diplomatic solutions and creating favorable conditions for regional dialogue among all parties, thereby contributing to de-escalation, confidence-building, and the restoration of security and stability to the region.

For his part, the UN Envoy expressed his deep appreciation for the constructive role undertaken by the Sultanate of Oman and its long-standing historical experience in supporting peace initiatives, mediation efforts, and the enhancement of regional stability. He commended Oman's approach, which is rooted in dialogue and the reconciliation of divergent viewpoints.

The meeting was attended by Ambassador-at-Large Sheikh Abdulaziz Abdullah Al Hinai, along with a number of officials from both sides.