The border becomes increasingly volatile. With Emirati and Omani troops stationed so close to one another at a time of such high tension, skirmishes begin to break out. While no serious fighting has occurred (no fatalities and just a handful of injuries on either side), the situation is at risk of escalation if action is not taken to defuse tension.
| Suggest the Sultan invades the UAE | Clearly they will not back down. It is best to act pre-emptively and gain a military edge. |
| Suggest ceding the territory | It is only half of Musandam, you will retain some access to the Strait, and you will avoid any further confrontation with your wealthier, powerful neighbor. |
| Reach out to the US and Iran | Strengthen relations and elicit commitments that each will protect your territorial integrity from Emirati aggression. |
| Invite the UAE to another diplomatic meeting | With UN backing, this is a good time to try again to end the conflict peacefully. |