In a symbolic move, the Sudanese government has announced its official return to the capital, Khartoum, after operating from Port Sudan during months of intense civil war. The transition follows recent military gains and a fragile lull in fighting in the capital region. Officials state that the move is necessary to restore administrative functions and coordinate national reconstruction efforts.

However, security remains a major concern as splinter groups still hold territory in the outskirts of the city. The international community has welcomed the move as a sign of potential stabilization but remains cautious about the sustainability of peace. Rebuilding the war-torn infrastructure of Khartoum is expected to take years and require billions in foreign investment.