The fact that Oman was the country to broker a ceasefire agreement between the United States and the Houthis did not surprise Marc Sievers, the former US Ambassador to Oman, who served as ambassador from 2016 to 2019. Sievers noted that Oman has been a key channel to the Houthis since 2017, facilitating negotiations and successfully negotiating the release of American hostages. He emphasizes Oman’s unique position in the Gulf, maintaining a friendly relationship with Iran, which has made it a preferred mediator for both the US and Iran in various talks, including nuclear discussions.
