Siblings drown at Al Khabourah Beach in North Al Batinah
According to the Royal Oman Police, the Coast Guard Police, along with concerned citizens, swiftly responded to the emergency and managed to recover the bodies. The Omani community has expressed deep sorrow over the incident, extending condolences to the grieving family.
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