Omanis baffled by Trump’s threat to bomb their country

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The small country, known for discretion and neutrality, was a mediator with Iran at the U.S.’s request.

Omanis wonder what the president heard to trigger him.

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  • Reported by Washington Post and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:43:52 UTC.

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