Trump Threatens to Blow Up US Ally Oman Amid Diplomatic Strain

Russian outlets frame Trump’s words as another example of Washington bullying smaller states and stirring up risk in a key oil route. They stress that the US is threatening to bomb and sanction a partner country over an economic dispute, while Iran publicly denies any final toll deal with Oman. Russian coverage suggests that such US behavior pushes Gulf states to look for alternative security and economic partners, including Moscow and Beijing.

• •Russian reports describe Trump’s threat to “blow up” Oman as proof that the US is ready to use force against its own allies.
• •Coverage in Russia links US warnings over Hormuz tolls to a broader pattern of using sanctions to control energy routes.
• •Russian commentators highlight Iran’s denial of a finalized toll agreement with Oman to question Washington’s accusations.
• •Reports suggest that US pressure on Oman could encourage Gulf countries to deepen ties with Russia and China for energy and security cooperation.
• •Russian media stress that instability in the Strait of Hormuz threatens global oil supplies and benefits energy exporters that can offer alternative routes.