Iran war: Oman unveils Muscat Peace Plan
New Delhi: Oman, India's oldest strategic partner in the Gulf and a key player in ensuring stability in the Strait of Hormuz, has launched the Muscat Plan, a peace initiative tabled at the United Nations to prevent conflicts amid concerns over the economic fallout from the Iran war.The initiative aims to prevent conflict, counter hate speech and promote dialogue-based approaches to peacebuilding. It reflects Oman's long-standing commitment to peace, coexistence and mutual understanding through dialogue and international cooperation, a senior Omani official said.The plan is expected to deepen cooperation between Oman and international organisations working on conflict prevention, mediation and social development. Oman had been mediating between the US and Iran before Washington launched strikes on Tehran on February 28, triggering a conflict that disrupted energy supply chains. Over the years, the Gulf state has pursued quiet diplomacy to help defuse tensions across West Asia.Al...