Cashless Transit, New Tourist Visas, and Strategic Maritime Diplomacy

Marwan kicks off the new week on Monday, August 3rd, 2026, covering Mwasalat's major transition to cashless bus payments in Muscat and Salalah. We also unpack Oman's brand-new 14-day tourist visa regulation, the latest flight schedule updates from Oman Air, and ongoing diplomatic talks over the Strait of Hormuz.