The supervisor of border crossings and director of the Argeen border crossing, retired Brigadier General Dr. Mubarak Daoud Suleiman, confirmed that transport operations at the crossing are proceeding smoothly, facilitating the movement of returnees under voluntary repatriation programs alongside ongoing commercial activity.
According to the Sudan News Agency, he stated that there is full coordination and harmony among all departments, units, and military bodies to ensure the smooth flow of movement and transit. He added that all personnel at the crossing are making every effort to ensure the comfort of citizens returning home despite the exceptional conditions imposed by the war.
He also announced the suspension of the recently imposed tax fees in line with a decision and directive issued by the Prime Minister, in coordination with the relevant authorities.
Suleiman explained that the crossing has witnessed a steady increase in the number of returnees following the Eid al-Fitr holiday, with daily arrivals ranging between 1,500 and 2,000 individuals, despite the fact that regular trips organized by the Defense Industries System have not yet begun.
He noted that the average daily vehicle movement stands at approximately 15 buses and 10 smaller transport vehicles.
The director further revealed that cases of fraud targeting some returnees have been recorded, particularly involving commercial bus services. Some travelers who book and pay directly for tickets to Khartoum through unreliable transport companies are surprised upon arrival at the crossing to find no buses available, forcing them to pay additional sums to continue their journey with other companies.
Brigadier General Suleiman advised returnees to purchase tickets only to Argeen crossing to avoid falling victim to fraud, stressing that buses heading to Khartoum are available at the crossing.
He also called on media outlets to intensify awareness and guidance efforts, particularly for travelers arriving by bus from Cairo and Aswan, urging them to limit ticket purchases to the crossing in order to protect their rights and avoid exploitation.
