This articles lists events from the year 2026 in Oman.
Incumbents PhotoPostNameSultan/Prime Minister of OmanHaitham bin Tariq Al Said
Events
January 27 – A tourist boat capsizes in the Gulf of Oman off Muscat, killing three French nationals. February 6 – Indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States regarding the nuclear program of Iran are held in Muscat. March 1 – 2026 Iranian strikes on Oman: the port of Duqm is hit by Iranian strikes during the 2026 Israeli–United States strikes on Iran, causing material damage and one person injured. An oil tanker north of the port of Khasab is also struck with four injuries. March 12 The government orders the evacuation of vessels from the Mina Al Fahal oil port. Deputy prime minister Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said dies at the age of 85. March 13 – Two people are killed in a drone strike on the al-Awahi Industrial Area in Sohar. July 24 – The United States imposes a 12.5% tariff on Oman, citing the presence of alleged forced labour in the supply chain.
Holidays
11 January – Accession Day 16–18 January – Prophet's Ascension 18–23 March – End of Ramadan 26–29 May – Feast of the Sacrifice 16 June – Islamic New Year 25 August – Prophet's Birthday 18 November – National Day
Deaths 12 March – Fahd bin Mahmoud al Said, 81–82, deputy prime minister (since 1972) 30 July – Nadhira Al Harthy, 48, civil servant and mountaineer
References
External links Online calendar