Tag: Oman
Gulf to earn $1.36 trillion from oil in two years: report
The oil-rich Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are projected to earn close to $US1.3 trillion ($1.36 trillion) in oil revenue in 2008 and 2009, a Kuwaiti economic report said.[MORE]
Olympic torch arrives in Oman
The Olympic torch has arrived for an expected trouble-free relay in Oman, its sole stop in the Middle East on its way to China.[MORE]
Another undersea internet cable damaged: Indian firm
Another Middle East undersea internet cable has been damaged, adding to disruption in Indian online services caused when several lines were cut earlier this week, a cable operating firm said.[MORE]
Gulf states suggest Iran nuclear compromise: report
Arab states in the Gulf have come up with a compromise aimed at defusing the crisis between the West and Iran over its disputed nuclear program, according to a specialised Middle East publication.[MORE]
Iraq move through with tame draw
Iraq secured a fourth successive Asian Cup quarter-finals appearance and a clash with co-hosts Vietnam after a dire 0-0 draw with Oman in Bangkok on Monday night that was enough to ensure top spot in group A. [MORE]
Omani coach lashes referee
Coach Gabriel Calderon has cried foul play as Oman's Asian Cup chances all but evaporated in a 2-0 defeat to co-hosts Thailand. [MORE]
Supersub Pipat Thailand's hero
Substitute Pipat Thonkanya was the hero of Thailand on Thursday night with his two goals nudging the side towards an unexpected quarter-final spot at the Asian Cup following a 2-0 win over Oman in Bangkok. [MORE]
11 missing after S Korean ship sinks
Eleven crew members are missing after a South Korean cargo ship sank off Oman.[MORE]
Socceroos 'own worst enemies' against Oman
Socceroo Brett Emerton says there is no need to panic in the wake of the team's disappointing 1-1 draw against Oman in their opening Asian Cup match.[MORE]
Neill hits out at 'unprofessional' Oman
Australian defender Lucas Neill has hit out at Oman's "unprofessional" time-wasting in their 1-1 Asian Cup draw, admitting the Socceroos were frustrated as they watched their opposition "drop like flies".[MORE]
Late Cahill strike saves Socceroos against Oman
Tim Cahill rescued Australia in injury-time to earn a 1-1 draw against Oman, saving them from the ignominy of a humiliating defeat in their opening Asian Cup. [MORE]
Asian Cup our ultimate test: Grella
Socceroos midfielder Vince Grella says the reputations of Australia's European-based stars will count for nothing ahead of their inaugural Asian Cup campaign. [MORE]
Socceroos ready to fight: Arnold
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold says the Australian players are well prepared for the tough challenges facing them ahead of their inaugural Asian Cup campaign.[MORE]
Oman face daunting challenge
Oman are making just their second tilt at the Asian Cup in a group featuring tournament favourites Australia.[MORE]
Schwarzer confident of Asian Cup win
Australian goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer says the Socceroos will be the team to beat at next month's Asian Cup.[MORE]
Schwarzer confident of Asian Cup win
Australian goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer says the Socceroos will be the team to beat at next month's Asian Cup.[MORE]
We want to be the pride of Asia: Arnold
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has spoken of his desire to leave a long-lasting legacy with an impressive Asian Cup campaign next month when he announced his 23-man squad earlier today.[MORE]
We want to be the pride of Asia: Arnold
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has spoken of his desire to leave a long-lasting legacy with an impressive Asian Cup campaign next month when he announced his 23-man squad earlier today.[MORE]
Cyclone kills 25 in Oman, heads for Iran
Cyclone Gonu has killed at least 25 people in Oman, left another 26 missing and halted the country's oil exports, state television says.[MORE]
Cahill gets Asian Cup all-clear
Tim Cahill boosted Australia's hopes of winning next month's Asian Cup by announcing he would be fit for the tournament opener against Oman on July 8. [MORE]
Cahill gets Asian Cup all-clear
Tim Cahill boosted Australia's hopes of winning next month's Asian Cup by announcing he would be fit for the tournament opener against Oman on July 8. [MORE]
Weakening cyclone Gonu hits Oman
Cyclone Gonu hit the east coast of Oman early on Wednesday, as the strongest tropical storm to hit the Gulf state in decades steadily weakened after reaching land. [MORE]
Tanker spills 4,500 tonnes of crude oil into Indian Ocean
A tanker carrying crude oil from the Middle East to Japan has leaked oil in the eastern Indian Ocean, resulting in the biggest spill involving a Japanese ship owner. [MORE]
