This was what happened when close to 200 Malaysians, including myself, were stranded in Muscat, Oman as a result of the Iran-United States/Israel conflict that began on Feb 28. One is called “Malaysians stranded in Oman”, while the other has gone through several name changes, the latest being “No longer stranded in Oman”. Community mindsetEven though we were placed in six different hotels across the city, the “stranded” Malaysian community in Muscat was strong, supportive, kind and generous with information. Janice, Hoh Shan, Stephen and Hong all live and work in England. Janice, Hoh Shan, Stephen and I, together with two Malaysian women – Joyce Surendra and Elisha Bibiana – went on a city tour of Muscat on March 2.

Source: The Star March 14, 2026 12:00 UTC