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The Latest Breaking News from Omdurman

‘Corpses rotting in the Nile’ as cholera tears through Sudan

The waterborne disease has rapidly spread throughout Sudan due to the ongoing civil war.

Al Jazeera · Jun 3, 2025

What to know about a cholera outbreak in Susan that has killed over 170 people

A cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed 172 people, with more than 2,500 others becoming ill over the past week

The Independent UK · May 28, 2025

Sudan army says Khartoum state 'completely free' of paramilitaries

The Sudanese army said on Tuesday it had dislodged rival paramilitaries from their last positions in Omdurman, part of the Sudanese capital, securing all of Khartoum state nearly two months after recapturing the capital's centre.

Radio France Internationale · May 21, 2025

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Before and after: images by Sudan’s accidental war photographer show loss of everyday life

Mosab Abushama’s work is an attempt to spotlight what the destruction has meant for ordinary people

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30, 2025

Sudan Doctors Network accuses RSF of ‘war crimes’ after 31 killed

Since April 2023, the RSF has been battling Sudan’s army for control of the country in a brutal civil war.

Al Jazeera · Apr 27, 2025

Sudan army’s latest major capture, al-Burhan says ‘victory not complete’

Army claims control of Souq Libya, a pivotal commercial hub in Omdurman, solidifying gains in Khartoum’s twin city.

Al Jazeera · Mar 29, 2025

On Khartoum Front Line, Sudan Women Medics Risk All For Patients

When fighting first gripped the Sudanese capital in April 2023, quickly overwhelming Khartoum's hospitals, Dr. Safaa Ali faced an impossible choice: her family or her patients.

International Business Times · Mar 22, 2025

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Stench Of Death As Sudan Army, Paramilitaries Battle For Capital

In a war-ravaged neighbourhood of Sudan's capital Khartoum, the stench from a gaping sewage pit is unbearable as Red Crescent workers pull a bloated body from deep underground.

International Business Times · Mar 17, 2025

Deadly Sudanese Military Aircraft Crash Kills 46 In Omdurman

Tragic military aircraft crash in Omdurman, Sudan, claims 46 lives, highlighting the country's aviation safety challenges amidst ongoing civil conflict.

Sudan military plane crashes killing at least 46 people

The Antonov aircraft crashed while taking off from the Wadi Sayidna air base north of Omdurman

Evening Standard · Feb 26, 2025

As Sudan’s army routs RSF from Khartoum, Sudanese reactions are mixed

Sudan’s civilians are bearing the brunt of the battle for Khartoum between the army and RSF.

Al Jazeera · Feb 19, 2025

Sudan’s military pushes back rebels in second city of Omdurman

Army takes control of RSF territories in Mansoura, Murabaat and Elfitihab, and seizes weapons and ammunition depot.

Al Jazeera · Jan 8, 2025

Fierce fighting in Khartoum endangers Sudanese civilians

The army’s bid to retake the capital from a paramilitary has led to fierce clashes and high civilian casualties.

Al Jazeera · Dec 31, 2024

Militia aligned with Sudanese army accused of executing men in Khartoum

Relatives say Al-Bara’ ibn Malik brigade killed young men in Khartoum North during advance from Omdurman

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2024

‘Smoking gun’ evidence points to UAE involvement in Sudan civil war

Exclusive: Discovery of Emirati passports in wreckage suggest covert boots on the ground, despite Gulf state’s denials

The Guardian - UK · Jul 22, 2024

Women in war-torn Sudanese city forced to have sex in exchange for food

Victims tell Guardian about widespread practice in war-torn Omdurman

France 24 · Jun 10, 2024

Three Americans appear in court over failed coup attempt in DR Congo

Three Americans appear in court over last month's botched coup attempt in DR Congo. The defendants could be facing the death penalty after being accused of terrorism, murder and criminal association. Also, pro-democracy activists in Sudan say the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have killed around 40 people in the…

Al Jazeera · Jun 7, 2024

Dozens killed near Sudan’s capital as UN warns of soaring displacement

Attack in Khartoum’s sister city of Omdurman comes as UN says internal displacement across Sudan is nearing 10 million.

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Al Jazeera · Mar 12, 2024

Sudan army regains control of national TV and radio headquarters from RSF

Sudan military posts videos online showing its soldiers inside the headquarters in the city of Omdurman.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2024

Sudan armed forces advance in Omdurman for first time since start of war

SAF join engineering corps in south of city where they have been besieged by RSF forces since April

The Guardian - UK · Dec 13, 2023

Soldiers accused of widespread looting from homes near Sudanese capital

People living in Ombada district in west of Omdurman say soldiers shot at those who tried to stop them

Al Jazeera · Nov 11, 2023

‘Like a horror movie’: The men defending their homes in Sudan’s bloody war

As conflict rages between the army and RSF forces, some have refused to flee in a desperate bid to protect their homes.

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2023

Civilians targeted in war-torn Khartoum as poor and elderly remain trapped

Latest atrocities in Sudan war include the shelling of house of traditional healer, who died with her children and neighbours

Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2023

Fighting in Sudan’s Omdurman intensifies as displaced tops 4 million

The army is trying to recapture territory lost to the RSF by taking back control of a bridge across the Nile.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2023

At least 18 die in attack in Sudanese city of Omdurman

Dozens also injured as army shells three neighbourhoods in city close to capital, Khartoum

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