Egyptian President reached Oman, Sultan Haitham welcomed, big strategy made to reduce tension

Egyptian President Abdul Fattah el Sisi arrived in Muscat, the capital of Oman, on Thursday, May 7, 2026. There he was welcomed by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik himself at the Royal Airport. This visit is considered very important for strengthening mutual relations between the two countries and maintaining peace in the area.

President Sisi reached Muscat, who all attended the welcome party?

Many senior officials were present at the Royal Airport to welcome President el Sisi. Sultan Haitham bin Tarik with Minister of the Royal Office Gen. Sultan bin Mohammed al Nuamani, Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidi and Head of Private Office Dr Hamad bin Said al Aufi also reached there. Also, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Shaikh Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah al Hinai and members of the Egyptian Embassy were also part of the welcome party.

President Sisi was accompanied by prominent figures in his delegation:

• Maj Gen Ahmed Ali Mohamed – Chief of President’s Office (Egypt)
• Dr Badr Abdelatty – Foreign Minister (Egypt)
• Counselor Omar Marwan – Director of President’s Office (Egypt)
• Yasser Shaaban – Egypt’s Ambassador to Oman

What happened on regional tension and security?

Just a day before the visit, on 6 May 2026, there was a phone conversation between President Sisi and Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. Egyptian presidential spokesman Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy said President Sisi expressed his full solidarity with Oman. He said the security of Oman and other Arab countries is vital to Egypt’s own national security.

According to Oman’s Foreign Ministry, some key points were emphasized in the talks:

• To advance talks between America and Iran so that the crisis can end.
• To ensure the safety of navigation of ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
• Maintaining peace in the Middle East and intensifying diplomatic efforts to reduce tension.

The two leaders agreed that they would enhance coordination with each other on political issues so as to bring back stability in the entire region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When did President Sisi arrive on his visit to Oman?

Egyptian President Abdul Fattah el Sisi arrives in Muscat, the capital of Oman, on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

What were the main issues discussed between Oman and Egypt?

The two countries discussed reducing regional tensions, advancing US-Iran dialogue, and maintaining maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.