ISIS Attack Near Omani Mosque Claims Six Lives Including Indian National

An unprecedented ISIS-led shooting near a Shia mosque in Muscat, Oman, resulted in six fatalities, including an Indian national, one policeman, and four Pakistanis. 28 others were injured. The incident marks ISIS's first attack in Oman. The three attackers were neutralized by security forces.

An unprecedented attack by the Islamic State (ISIS) occurred near the Imam Ali Mosque in Oman's capital, Muscat, killing six individuals. The deceased include one Indian national, a policeman, and four Pakistani nationals, with 28 more injured.

The incident unfolded on Monday night, as the attackers opened fire near the Shia Muslim mosque. The Indian Embassy in Muscat confirmed the casualties via a social media post, offering condolences and assistance to the affected families.

Security forces neutralized the three attackers during the altercation in the al-Wadi al-Kabir area. ISIS has frequently targeted Shia communities in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, but this attack is their first in Oman.