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Khartoum or Khartum (/ k ɑːr ˈ t uː m / ⓘ kar-TOOM; Arabic: الخرطوم, romanized: al-Khurṭūm, pronounced [al.xur.tˤuːm]) is the capital of Sudan. With a population of 6,344,348, Khartoum's metropolitan area is the largest in Sudan.
Jun 21, 2024 · Khartoum is a city and the executive capital of Sudan, just south of the confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers. It has bridge connections with its sister towns, Khartoum North and Omdurman, with which it forms Sudan’s largest conurbation. Learn more about Khartoum here.
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Jun 6, 2024 · The Rapid Support Forces dominate much of Khartoum, the capital, where fighting began in April 2023, as well as much of Darfur, the western region where the group’s leaders come from.
Jun 5, 2024 · Khartoum, the capital of Sudan and one of the largest cities in Africa, has been reduced to a charred battleground. A feud between two generals fighting for power has dragged the country into...
Dec 10, 2023 · Khartoum largely quiet since truce - residents. For the first time since conflict erupted there appears to be relative peace in Sudan's capital. Africa. 9 May 2023.
Built where the Blue and White Niles meet, Khartoum defies expectations. It's a boisterous, modern, flashy city with an ever-increasing number of glass tower blocks altering its skyline. As well as an excellent museum, some fascinating souqs and fantastic Nile-side views, Khartoum's good facilities, hospitable people and laid-back vibe mean ...
Apr 17, 2023 · Explosions and gunfire are rocking residential areas in Sudan's capital Khartoum, as violence continues for a third day. The vicious power struggle within the country's military leadership...
