Government Returns to Khartoum After War

After three years of brutal fighting, Sudan’s military‑backed government has once again taken up residence in the capital, Khartoum. The move follows a decisive push that forced the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces out of the city.

The return marks the first time the administration has been able to operate from its historic seat since the conflict erupted in April 2023, offering a tentative sign of stabilisation amid ongoing clashes in other regions.

The war began when the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces clashed over control of Sudan’s political transition, plunging the nation into a three‑year humanitarian crisis and displacing millions.

The government's return could enable the re‑establishment of essential services and open channels for dialogue, yet the fragile security situation means peace remains uncertain and many citizens still face hardship.