At the time of shooting, over 700 people were present in the mosque, including Pakistanis. According to Ministry of Foreign Office (MoF), Pakistan has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the mosque which resulted in multiple casualties, including the deaths of two Pakistani nationals. The statement said that the Pakistani Embassy in Oman is working closely with Omani authorities to identify and repatriate the remains of the deceased. Read Four killed in shooting near mosque in OmanFollowing the attack, Omani security forces quickly cordoned off the mosque, but no arrests have been made so far. He stated a helpline has been established to assist the Pakistani community in Oman and address their concerns.

Source: The Express Tribune July 16, 2024 11:26 UTC