Trump threatened to 'blow up' Oman — why the tiny Gulf kingdom is caught between DC and Iran

President Donald Trump threatened to 'blow up' Oman over its role in discussions with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The dispute centers on a proposed tolling system or joint management arrangement for the strait, which the Trump administration opposes as a threat to international navigation. Oman, a key U.S. mediator in Middle East diplomacy, has historically facilitated U.S.-Iran talks and maintains distinct relations with both Washington and Tehran.