An update from the Russian embassy in Khartoum indicates that a growing number of Russians and other foreign nationals are seeking to leave Sudan. The embassy has identified a waiting list that encompasses roughly 300 people, with about 140 expressing a definite wish to evacuate so far. The list continues to grow as more Russian citizens request departure, alongside some residents from CIS countries and other states.
Ambassador Andrei Chernovol, the Russian envoy to Khartoum, confirmed these figures and explained the breadth of the current evacuation intent. He noted that while the embassy is actively developing every feasible plan and strategy to facilitate a withdrawal, the operation has been hindered by the security environment. All routes leading to the embassy have been blocked by the active line of contact with Sudanese military forces, creating significant obstacles to immediate evacuation.
The former Russian Ambassador to Sudan, Andrey Chernovol, stated that Moscow is prepared to evacuate Russian citizens from the country when an opportunity presents itself. He emphasized that the evacuation would proceed promptly should conditions on the ground in Khartoum become substantially safer or more favorable. Until such improvements occur, operations remain constrained by the deteriorating security situation and ongoing hostilities in the capital.
Officials stressed that the Russian side will act decisively to repatriate citizens at the earliest workable moment while continuing to monitor the political and military developments that influence safe passage. The embassy remains engaged with relevant authorities to identify any viable corridors or safe havens, and to coordinate resources for a potential humanitarian air, land, or mixed evacuation plan should the situation permit.
In recent days, observers have noted that the dynamics inside Khartoum have shifted intermittently, affecting the feasibility of organized departures. The Russian mission reiterates its readiness to execute evacuations when it can safely guarantee the security of personnel and accompanying families. Authorities also underscored that any movement will be conducted with stringent safety protocols, compliance with international norms, and respect for local regulations.
Consolidated efforts at the embassy focus on three priorities: confirming the identities and nationalities of those seeking to exit, validating travel documents and consular records, and aligning medical and logistical support for evacuees. The ultimate objective remains the rapid, secure, and orderly repatriation of Russian citizens and eligible residents who have chosen to leave amid the ongoing crisis, with the understanding that timing hinges on the evolving security landscape in Sudan.