Khartoum.
capital city of Sudan
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 131
What's happening
Active this week
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Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, is situated on the Nile River, which sustains life and livelihood in the region.Well supported13 reports
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Civil war has besieged the capital city of Sudan.Well supported19 reports8 developments inside
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Gold is being smuggled from Sudan into Egyptian circuits.Some support1 report
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On September 22, 2026, various facts were noted regarding Sudan, including that Khartoum is the capital, Omdurman is a city, Baldo heads Sudan Transparency and Policy Tracker, and Bank of Khartoum is Sudan's largest bank.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Conflict in Sudan has led to damage to the National Public Health Laboratory and raised concerns about the country's health crisis.Some support2 reports
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A cabinet meeting was held in Khartoum to discuss road rehabilitation plans, with Kamil Idris chairing the proceedings.Some support4 reports
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Markets are operating in Nyala, a city in South Darfur, and price surges are being observed in both this region and in Khartoum, with differences noted between the two markets.Some support1 report
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Annette Weber visited Khartoum and addressed the UN Security Council regarding the ongoing Sudan conflict, while the EEAS issued a statement.Some support1 report
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Solar power is proving to be a viable solution, offering stability amid power cuts caused by the ongoing war in Sudan.Some support1 report
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Previous elections in South Sudan were managed from Khartoum.Some support1 report
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's military forces have taken control of the capital city of Khartoum in Sudan.Some support6 reports
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Both Khartoum and Wad Madani are experiencing market disruption and price surges as of September 7, 2026.Some support1 report
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Periodic consultations are strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation along the shared border between Khartoum and Eritrea.Some support1 report
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A minister chaired a meeting in Khartoum, with locations Dongola and Shendi also mentioned in Sudan.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Conflict persists in the Gaza Strip despite economic improvements, while Arab leaders and Shapiro debate the effectiveness of aid.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Military operations focus on securing strategic routes linking Khartoum and North Kordofan.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Khartoum and Omdurman are identified as cities located within Sudan.Some support3 reports
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Clinton administration launched strikes in Afghanistan and Khartoum, while Scott Horton criticized the actions.Some support1 report
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Conflict between the army and the RSF has caused restrictions in Sudan.Some support3 reports
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Authorities in the region of Khartoum and Kordofan are facing pressure to reverse policies that are currently hindering the movement of essential goods.Some support1 report
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An expedition has started from Khartoum in Sudan.Some support1 report
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Talks between Malawi and Khartoum aim to unlock fresh development opportunities.Some support1 report
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A high-risk extraction operation, necessitated by civil war, is underway involving deployment and counter-sabotage missions.Some support1 report
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Political unrest and resistance against systems of domination occurred in Sudan, with Khartoum governments dismissing concerns.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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The aftermath of the overthrow of a dictator has led to instability in Khartoum, with the scale of destruction being compared to other conflicts.Some support1 report
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Neighboring countries complicate future negotiations regarding the ongoing situation in Khartoum.Some support1 report
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Citizens are returning to Khartoum while the International Committee of the Red Cross provides humanitarian support in Sudan.Some support2 reports
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Stolen artifacts from a museum located in Khartoum are appearing on the eBay auction platform.Some support1 report
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El-Obeid, a strategic city in North Kordofan, is on the road to Khartoum, discussed by Nathaniel Raymond.Well supported29 reports1 development inside
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EU weighs Abu Dhabi's relationship against pressure on Sudan, while banning gold imports and restricting mining chemicals.Some support2 reports
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Uganda offers land in Khartoum for embassy, while Burhan accepts talks and Museveni mediates the situation in Sudan.Some support1 report
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Sudan held bilateral political consultations with Russia, including proposals for city twinning and government relocation to Khartoum.Some support1 report
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War erupted in Sudan, forcing displacement, with the University of Khartoum located in the capital city.Some support2 reports
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A festival is taking place in Khartoum, which serves as its operational base.Some support1 report
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A suspect, who was a policeman in Khartoum, traveled through Libya and Dublin to reach Belfast.Some support1 report
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Around Khartoum this week
News at the entities that move Khartoum most-
Sudan StructuralOne of the three countries involved is accused of backing Tigray rebels in the north.Moves Khartoum
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan StructuralInternational pressure is affecting diplomatic outcomes as Burhan leads the faction in the Sudanese civil war.Moves Khartoum
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El-Obeid StructuralConflict in Sudan affects North Kordofan, a state within Sudan, including the city of El-Obeid.Moves Khartoum
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South Sudan OperationalArchbishop Elias Taban Parangi mediated a political dialogue in Juba, South Sudan.Moves Khartoum
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SAF OperationalProcurement agreements are being established to scale up the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at Miami International Airport.Moves Khartoum
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Ethiopia Shared contextEritrea admitted involvement in the Tigray war, under pressure from the US, in early 2021.Moves Khartoum
Connections
The 40 strongest of 131, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Sudan Structural
Khartoum serves as the designated capital city and primary political and administrative center of Sudan.
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan conducts official, military, and political activities in the city of Khartoum.
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El-Obeid Structural
El-Obeid functions as a critical logistical gateway and supply corridor for the capital Khartoum.
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South Sudan Operational
The relationship is defined by historical political opposition, ongoing tension, and the legacy of Khartoum's influence on South Sudan's political development.
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North Kordofan Operational
Strategic and military links connect the capital Khartoum and North Kordofan, facilitating movement and trade routes.
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SAF Operational
The SAF is actively engaged in military operations, including control and defense, within the boundaries of Khartoum.
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Sudanese Armed Forces Operational
The Sudanese Armed Forces conducts military operations, including defense and offensive actions, within and around the city of Khartoum.
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Kordofan Operational
The city and the region are functionally linked by active trade routes and highways for agricultural products.
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African Union Structural
The African Union maintains a formal functional presence via a Liaison Office and hosts peace talks in Khartoum.
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Pekka Haavisto Transactional
Pekka Haavisto conducted a diplomatic mission and held peace talks in Khartoum.
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Abu Dhabi Operational
UAE provides support to paramilitary forces involved in the civil war in Khartoum.
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Red Sea Operational
Khartoum's civil war risks are forecast to spill over and intensify geopolitical rivalries in the Red Sea region.
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Kenya Operational
The relationship is defined by Kenyan political support for consultations in Khartoum and the application of trade restrictions by Khartoum against Kenyan goods.
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Kapoeta Operational
The operational realities of Kapoeta and Khartoum are linked through logistical planning and operational considerations.
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Ethiopia Shared context
Ethiopia's geopolitical actions, including dam operations and military activities, create a challenging operational environment for Khartoum.
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Intergovernmental Authority on Development Operational
The government entity based in Khartoum (A) has formally requested the support of IGAD (B) regarding Sudan's internal dialogue.
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Chad Operational
The conflict in Khartoum and Sudan is causing a massive refugee influx into Chad.
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Baykar Operational
The relationship is characterized by functional interaction, where Khartoum serves as a key operational base or market for Baykar's defense industry activities.
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Egypt Shared context
Khartoum's region is involved in geopolitical discussions hosted by Egypt, and illicit trade flows from the region into Egypt's markets.
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Clinton Transactional
The Clinton administration conducted an action (struck factory) in Khartoum.
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Omdurman Shared context
Omdurman and Khartoum are formally designated as sister cities and share close geographical proximity.
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Aleppo Shared context
The two cities are mentioned in the context of comparing their respective destruction scales during conflicts.
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Kamil Idris Shared context
The individual performs official duties and holds meetings within the city limits of Khartoum.
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cabinet Shared context
The cabinet conducted official business in the city of Khartoum.
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River Nile Shared context
The city of Khartoum is situated across the River Nile.
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Nyala Operational
The two locations are observed to be in a competitive market dynamic regarding price surges.
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Justice and Equality Movement Transactional
The Justice and Equality Movement held a meeting while located in Khartoum.
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Wad Madani Mentioned together
Both Khartoum and Wad Madani are reported to be experiencing price surges and market disruption.
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National Museum Shared context
The National Museum is physically situated within the city limits of Khartoum.
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United Nations Shared context
The United Nations operates within the geographical and political context of Khartoum to conduct peace efforts.
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Annette Weber Shared context
A specific individual was located in the city of Khartoum for peace efforts.
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Malawi Mentioned together
The relationship is currently defined by talks aimed at unlocking fresh development opportunities between the two entities.
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Mosul Operational
The two cities are discussed in a comparative context regarding the scale of destruction they have experienced in various conflicts.
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Colombia Shared context
same place or sector
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Saudi Arabia Shared context
Saudi Arabia is involved in regional diplomatic efforts concerning the area of Khartoum/Sudan.
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Belfast Mentioned together
The two locations are mentioned in the same context as a single, isolated incident involving a suspect who was a policeman in Khartoum.
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University of Khartoum Shared context
The University of Khartoum is geographically situated within the city of Khartoum.
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United Arab Emirates Shared context
Khartoum alleges that the UAE utilized drones launched from bases in Ethiopia.
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Uganda Transactional
Uganda offered land in Khartoum to host an embassy.
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Carlos the Jackal Shared context
Carlos the Jackal was captured by French agents while located in Khartoum.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
10 events- Gold is being smuggled from Sudan into Egyptian circuits.
- On September 22, 2026, various facts were noted regarding Sudan, including that Khartoum is the capital, Omdurman is a city, Baldo heads Sudan Transparency and Policy Tracker, and Bank of Khartoum is Sudan's largest bank.
- Conflict in Sudan has led to damage to the National Public Health Laboratory and raised concerns about the country's health crisis.
- Markets are operating in Nyala, a city in South Darfur, and price surges are being observed in both this region and in Khartoum, with differences noted between the two markets.
- Annette Weber visited Khartoum and addressed the UN Security Council regarding the ongoing Sudan conflict, while the EEAS issued a statement.
- Solar power is proving to be a viable solution, offering stability amid power cuts caused by the ongoing war in Sudan.
- Previous elections in South Sudan were managed from Khartoum.
- Both Khartoum and Wad Madani are experiencing market disruption and price surges as of September 7, 2026.
- Periodic consultations are strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation along the shared border between Khartoum and Eritrea.
- Conflict persists in the Gaza Strip despite economic improvements, while Arab leaders and Shapiro debate the effectiveness of aid.
August 2026
10 events- Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's military forces have taken control of the capital city of Khartoum in Sudan.
- Khartoum and Omdurman are identified as cities located within Sudan.
- Clinton administration launched strikes in Afghanistan and Khartoum, while Scott Horton criticized the actions.
- Conflict between the army and the RSF has caused restrictions in Sudan.
- Authorities in the region of Khartoum and Kordofan are facing pressure to reverse policies that are currently hindering the movement of essential goods.
- An expedition has started from Khartoum in Sudan.
- Talks between Malawi and Khartoum aim to unlock fresh development opportunities.
- A high-risk extraction operation, necessitated by civil war, is underway involving deployment and counter-sabotage missions.
- The aftermath of the overthrow of a dictator has led to instability in Khartoum, with the scale of destruction being compared to other conflicts.
- Neighboring countries complicate future negotiations regarding the ongoing situation in Khartoum.
July 2026
5 events- Military operations focus on securing strategic routes linking Khartoum and North Kordofan.
- Citizens are returning to Khartoum while the International Committee of the Red Cross provides humanitarian support in Sudan.
- Stolen artifacts from a museum located in Khartoum are appearing on the eBay auction platform.
- EU weighs Abu Dhabi's relationship against pressure on Sudan, while banning gold imports and restricting mining chemicals.
- Uganda offers land in Khartoum for embassy, while Burhan accepts talks and Museveni mediates the situation in Sudan.
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June 2026
10 events- Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, is situated on the Nile River, which sustains life and livelihood in the region.
- Civil war has besieged the capital city of Sudan.
- A cabinet meeting was held in Khartoum to discuss road rehabilitation plans, with Kamil Idris chairing the proceedings.
- A minister chaired a meeting in Khartoum, with locations Dongola and Shendi also mentioned in Sudan.
- Political unrest and resistance against systems of domination occurred in Sudan, with Khartoum governments dismissing concerns.
- El-Obeid, a strategic city in North Kordofan, is on the road to Khartoum, discussed by Nathaniel Raymond.
- Sudan held bilateral political consultations with Russia, including proposals for city twinning and government relocation to Khartoum.
- War erupted in Sudan, forcing displacement, with the University of Khartoum located in the capital city.
- A festival is taking place in Khartoum, which serves as its operational base.
- A suspect, who was a policeman in Khartoum, traveled through Libya and Dublin to reach Belfast.