As a result , Oman has often acted as an intermediary between the United States and Iran .
Oman has more normal relations with Iran than Arab states of the Persian Gulf , and is careful to appear neutral and maintain a balance between the West and Iran .
Oman has often acted as an intermediary between the United States and Iran .
Oman has more normal relations with Iran than Arab states of the Persian Gulf , and is careful to appear neutral and maintain a balance between the West and Iran .