Updated: 1 June 2026 08:18:56
European Embassies Delay Return to Khartoum Amid Security and Logistical Concerns
Moatinoon
A report published by a specialized Africa-focused outlet “Africa Intelligence” has revealed that several European embassies have decided to postpone their plans to return to Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, despite calls by the Sudanese authorities to resume diplomatic operations from the city following the army’s recapture of large parts of the capital.
According to the report, European diplomatic missions continue to closely monitor security and political developments in Khartoum, amid ongoing concerns related to public safety, infrastructure, and essential services, including electricity, water, and telecommunications.
The report noted that some European countries are still managing their Sudan-related diplomatic activities from Port Sudan or from regional capitals while awaiting the completion of further security and technical assessments regarding working and living conditions in Khartoum.
This position comes as the Sudanese government seeks to encourage foreign missions and international organizations to resume operations from the capital, viewing such a move as an important step toward restoring state institutions and strengthening Sudan’s international diplomatic presence.
Observers believe that the decision to return depends not only on security conditions but also on the readiness of diplomatic premises, the availability of basic services, and guarantees for the safety of both local and international staff.
Most foreign embassies suspended their operations in Khartoum or relocated them to alternative locations following the outbreak of war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces in April 2023, which triggered a severe deterioration in security and humanitarian conditions.
The continued reluctance of some diplomatic missions to return to Khartoum suggests that the international community remains cautious about developments in Sudan, despite the military changes that have taken place in the capital in recent months.
