Oman is conducting naval exercises in the region . The nations fought a protracted military conflict recent years . Middle East neighbors have enjoyed closer ties in between 1980 and 1988 . The leaders of both nations are Shia .
Iran is conducting naval exercises in the region . The nations fought a protracted military conflict between 1980 and 1988 . The Middle East neighbors have enjoyed closer ties in recent years . The leaders of both nations are Shia Muslims .