Musandam Border Crackdown: 17 Arrested for Illegal Entry
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has apprehended 17 Asian nationals for attempting to enter the Sultanate of Oman through unauthorized channels. The arrests were carried out by the Musandam Governorate Police Command within the wilayats of Dibba and Bukha, according to reports from the Times of Oman and Muscat Daily.
Persistent Challenges in Musandam
Because Musandam serves as an isolated exclave bordering the United Arab Emirates, the region has historically been a focal point for unauthorized border crossings. This recent enforcement action follows a series of similar operations in the area:
- October 2025: 39 individuals were detained in Khasab and Bukha.
- 2025: 10 individuals were arrested in Bukha.
- February 2026: 9 individuals were