India, May 28 -- US Senator Chris Murphy criticised President Donald Trump over his recent warning to Oman, calling the comments another sign that the ongoing conflict and diplomatic tensions involving Iran have "gone off the rails."

Murphy's reaction came after Trump, on Wednesday, issued a sharp warning to Oman while talking about ongoing negotiations with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, saying no country would be allowed to control the strategic waterway.

Murphy also mentioned that Oman is a close US ally and a key intermediary in diplomatic talks with Iran. "They (Trump administration) are in constant panic mode, making mistake after mistake," he further added.

On Thursday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also warned ...