politics
March 20, 2026
Oman warns US caught in Israel-driven Iran war, calls for return to talks
Oman has warned that the US was pulled into the Iran war by Israel and said a return to talks is needed
TL;DR
- Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi believes the US is in an "unlawful war" against Iran, instigated by Israel.
- He urges US allies to acknowledge that Washington "has lost control" of its foreign policy.
- Albusaidi suggests the US national interest lies in ending nuclear proliferation and securing energy supplies, distinct from Israel's goal of regime change in Iran.
- He proposes renewed negotiations, potentially mediated by Gulf states, as a way to move forward.
- Former officials suggest a "misinformation campaign" by Israel and allied media pushed Washington toward war.
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