United States President Donald Trump has once again threatened to bomb Oman if the Gulf nation "gets in the way" of a potential peace deal between the U.S. and Iran. The threat comes as Oman is actively engaged in negotiations with Iran aimed at reopening the critical Strait of Hormuz.

This marks the second time President Trump has issued such a warning to Oman, a country that has historically maintained a neutral stance in regional conflicts and is a U.S. ally. Oman's territorial waters encompass a significant portion of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global oil shipments. Despite Oman's neutrality, it has experienced retaliatory strikes from Iran, which has targeted U.S. military assets in the region.

During a television interview on Monday, President Trump stated that Iran "should surrender" and claimed his administration had established a direct channel with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) for talks. He then issued the ultimatum regarding Oman. However, an IRGC spokesman vehemently denied the existence of any direct talks, dismissing Trump's claims as "fantasies caused by the delusions and nightmares he has suffered as a result of defeat and desperation in the war."

The renewed threat occurs as a 60-day Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Washington and Tehran, intended to facilitate peace talks, expired with little prospect of renewal. Iranian officials had indicated they were nearing an agreement with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

This is not the first instance of Trump threatening Oman over the ongoing five-month conflict between the U.S. and Iran. In late May, during a cabinet meeting, Trump responded to a question about Oman and Iran jointly overseeing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz by stating, "Nobody is going to control it. It's international waters, and Oman will behave just like everybody else, or we will have to blow them up." Initially, there was some speculation that Trump might have intended to say "Iran" instead of "Oman," but the U.S. State Department later confirmed the remark specifically referred to the Arab nation.

Oman has consistently positioned itself as a mediator, seeking to de-escalate tensions between the United States and Iran. Its strategic location and diplomatic efforts underscore its importance in regional stability, particularly concerning maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.

The U.S.-Iran conflict, now in its fifth month, has seen numerous strikes and retaliatory actions, primarily centered around the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing deadlock in negotiations and the escalating rhetoric highlight the precariousness of the regional security situation.

Further diplomatic engagement or potential escalations remain uncertain as the region navigates the complex geopolitical landscape, with Oman's role as a neutral intermediary facing unprecedented pressure.