Oman, EU stress necessity of de-escalation in the region

Muscat: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, today received Luigi Di Maio, the European Union (EU) Special Representative for the Gulf Region.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed opportunities and ways to halt the ongoing conflict in the region and its repercussions on the security and stability of nations, as well as its impact on international navigation and energy supplies.

Both parties emphasised the importance of aligning and integrating regional and international efforts, and in this context, pushing for channels of dialogue and peaceful and legal solutions.

They further stressed the necessity of de-escalation through the cessation of military actions, adherence to the principles of international law and international humanitarian law, and respect for the sovereignty of states, while underscoring diplomatic efforts to address crises and achieve sustainable security and stability.