Qatar condemns Iranian drone strike on Oman’s port of Salalah

Qatar's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned an Iranian drone attack on the port of Salalah in the Oman, describing the strike as a serious violation of international law and a dangerous escalation.

In a statement released by the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs on X, Doha denounced the attack as a flagrant act of aggression that breached the norms and principles of international law. The strike damaged several fuel tanks at the port of Salalah, Caliber.Az reports.

بيان | دولة قطر تدين الهجوم الإيراني على ميناء صلالة في سلطنة عُمان

الدوحة | 12 مارس 2026

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The ministry stated that targeting Oman—after what it described as the sultanate’s tireless efforts to de-escalate tensions and promote dialogue in the region—amounted to an unacceptable encroachment on the role of mediators and on initiatives aimed at resolving regional disputes. 

It characterised the attack as a treacherous act and an abuse of the principles of good neighbourliness, warning that it represented a dangerous escalation that could undermine both regional and international efforts to strengthen security and stability.

Qatar reaffirmed its full solidarity with Oman and expressed support for all measures taken by Muscat to safeguard its sovereignty, security and stability.

By Sabina Mammadli