King Charles welcomes Omani sultan, hails peace efforts in UK state visit

King Charles III welcomed Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq during a state visit, commending Oman’s peace efforts in the Middle East, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Sultan Haitham highlighted Oman’s commitment to diplomacy in a conflict-prone region, noting Britain's support in this endeavor. The visit marks the first state visit from an Omani sultan to Britain in 44 years, with discussions on security, trade, and investment planned for the following day.