Three French tourists drown after boat capsizes in Oman

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesJanuary 27, 2026 at 10:23 AM

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On January 27, 2026, a boat carrying 25 French tourists, a tour guide, and a captain capsized in the Gulf of Oman, near Muscat. According to the Royal Oman Police, the boat was 2.5 nautical miles from Sultan Qaboos Port when the incident occurred. Tragically, three French tourists drowned, and two sustained minor injuries. The boat was reportedly en route to the Dimaniyat Islands, a popular diving destination. Omani authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the capsizing. Oman has seen increasing tourism in recent years, with the government aiming to triple visitor numbers by 2040.

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Oman

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