■ Oman has long remained largely outside the international spotlight. Why, then, would it choose to align itself so closely with Iran—a state deeply committed to a rigid form of Shiite fundamentalism—and risk alienating the international community by facilitating Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz?
■ In response, the following argument has become widespread online in defense of Oman:
«Oman's fundamental policy is to maintain channels of dialogue with Iran in order to prevent Tehran from acting recklessly and turning the Strait into a full-scale war zone. Rather than "assisting" Iran's blockade, Oman is pursuing its own diplomatic efforts to steer Iran toward a peaceful accommodation with the international community—or at least to prevent military confrontation. This interpretation is consistent with Oman's long-established diplomatic tradition.»
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■ Oman has long remained largely outside the international spotlight. Why, then, would it choose to align itself so closely with Iran—a state deeply committed to a rigid form of Shiite fundamentalism—and risk alienating the international community by facilitating Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz?
■ In response, the following argument has become widespread online in defense of Oman:
«Oman's fundamental policy is to maintain channels of dialogue with Iran in order to prevent Tehran from acting recklessly and turning the Strait into a full-scale war zone. Rather than "assisting" Iran's blockade, Oman is pursuing its own diplomatic efforts to steer Iran toward a peaceful accommodation with the international community—or at least to prevent military confrontation. This interpretation is consistent with Oman's long-established diplomatic tradition.»
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