Four people were killed and several others wounded by gunfire near a mosque in Oman, Omani police reported on Tuesday. This incident marks a rare breach of security in one of the Middle East's most stable nations.

The police statement confirmed that all necessary security measures have been implemented and that the investigation is ongoing.

The U.S. embassy in Muscat is monitoring the situation, urging U.S. citizens to stay vigilant, follow local news, and comply with directives from local authorities.