Two killed in Oman by drones, several also fired at Saudi Arabia

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 13, 2026 at 09:21 AM

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On March 13, 2026, two foreign nationals were killed and others injured when drones struck Oman's Sohar province, specifically the al-Awahi Industrial Area. Omani authorities are investigating the incident, which follows a previous drone attack on fuel tanks in Salalah port earlier in the week. Simultaneously, Saudi Arabia reported intercepting multiple drones targeting Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter and other locations within the country. These incidents occur amidst heightened regional tensions stemming from a war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, with Tehran allegedly retaliating across the region. While Oman's oil supplies remain unaffected, the attacks highlight the escalating conflict's impact on Gulf nations.

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al-Kharj governorate 30% Vanguard Tech 30% Salalah port 40% Ministry of Defence (Saudi Arabia) ×250% Riyadh ×250% Israel 60% United States 60% Iran ×470% Saudi Arabia ×270% Sohar province ×270% Oman ×690%

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Very Negative

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90%

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Oman

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