<p class="title">Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday condoled the demise of Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said of Oman, describing him as a beacon of peace for the region.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Sultan Qaboos, the longest-reigning leader of the modern Arab world, died on Friday at the age of 79.</p>.<p class="bodytext">"I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said. He was a visionary leader and statesman who transformed Oman into a modern and prosperous nation," Modi wrote on Twitter.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Sultan Qaboos was a true friend of India and provided strong leadership for developing a vibrant strategic partnership between India and Oman, the prime minister said.</p>.<p class="bodytext">"I will always cherish the warmth and affection I received from him. May his soul rest in peace," he added.</p>
<p class="title">Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday condoled the demise of Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said of Oman, describing him as a beacon of peace for the region.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Sultan Qaboos, the longest-reigning leader of the modern Arab world, died on Friday at the age of 79.</p>.<p class="bodytext">"I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said. He was a visionary leader and statesman who transformed Oman into a modern and prosperous nation," Modi wrote on Twitter.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Sultan Qaboos was a true friend of India and provided strong leadership for developing a vibrant strategic partnership between India and Oman, the prime minister said.</p>.<p class="bodytext">"I will always cherish the warmth and affection I received from him. May his soul rest in peace," he added.</p>