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June 19, 2025

Russia Warns US against Interfering in Military Actions against Iran

Moscow: Moscow warned Washington against interfering in military actions against Iran, as this is fraught with uncontrollable consequences, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told a news briefing on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). According to Oman News Agency, “We would like to especially warn

Heavy Rains Cause Valley Flows in A’Dhahirah Governorate

A’Dhahirah: Several wilayats in A’Dhahirah Governorate witnessed heavy rainfall today. The town of Al Wuqbah in the wilayat of Yanqul experienced moderately heavy rains, leading to the flow of valleys and the fall of hailstones. Rains were also reported in the villages of Hali and Wadi Al Harem in the

SQU Advances 28 Places, Ranks 334 in QS World University Ranking

Muscat: Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) has continued its progress in the QS World University Rankings 2026 for the second consecutive year, advancing by twenty-eight places to reach the 334th position globally. This marks a new achievement for the university in this ranking and reflects SQU’s continuous efforts to continually improve

HM The Sultan Sends Written Message to President of Belarus

Minsk: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a written message to President Aleksandr Lukashenko of the Republic of Belarus, focusing on the bilateral relations between the two countries and exploring means to enhance them. According to Oman News Agency, the message was delivered by Hamoud Salim Al Tuwaih,

ONA Participates in Asia-Pacific News Agencies Meeting in Russia

St. Petersburg: Oman News Agency (ONA) took part in the General Assembly meeting of the Organization of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA), held today in St. Petersburg, Russia, under the theme ‘News Agencies and the Challenges of the Modern World.’ According to Oman News Agency, the event was attended by over

Omani Higher Education Institutions Make Mark in 2026 QS World Rankings

Muscat: The 2026 QS World University Rankings have recognized five Omani higher education institutions, including Sultan Qaboos University, University of Nizwa, Dhofar University, Sohar University, and the German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech). According to Oman News Agency, Sultan Qaboos University achieved significant progress, climbing 28 spots to secure

Prophet’s Hijra Anniversary Holiday on 29 June

Muscat: Sunday, 29 June 2025 has been announced as an official holiday for employees of the public and private sectors on the occasion of the Holy Prophet’s Hijra Anniversary and the advent of the new Hijri year 1447 AH. According to Oman News Agency, the Ministry of Labour pointed out

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Oman to Participate in Global Summit on Children’s Wellbeing

Samarkand:The Sultanate of Oman is set to participate in the World Summit titled “Investing in Children’s Wellbeing A Path to Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations,” which will take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The summit wil…

Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Embarks on Four-Day UK Visit

Accra:A high-level delegation accompanies His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on his state visit to the United Kingdom, where he will meet with King Charles III.

According to Oman News Agency, the visit is at the invitation of the King of the Unite…

Omani Persons with Disabilities Reach 75,432 in 2025

Accra:The total number of Omani persons with disabilities in the Sultanate of Oman reached 75,432 individuals in 2025, making up 2.5 percent of the total Omani population. This figure represents an increase of about 9 percent compared to 2024. Of this…