Nine killed in Oman Shi'ite mosque gun attack

In a rare security breach, a Shi'ite mosque in Oman's capital Muscat was attacked late Monday, leaving nine dead, including three attackers. Among those killed were four Pakistani nationals and a policeman, with 28 others wounded. Described as a "terrorist" incident by authorities, the attack occurred during Ashura, a Shi'ite mourning period. Oman, known for stability in the Middle East, has typically avoided sectarian tensions. The government has not disclosed motives or arrests related to the assault, and international bodies like the U.S. embassy are monitoring developments closely.