Chad: a former member of the transitional military council accuses the president of forced enrollments to fight in Sudan
A former defense minister in Chad has accused President Mahamat Idriss Déby of forcibly enlisting members of his community to fight in Sudan.
France-Chad: "There are geostrategic interests that go beyond the economy"
A new chapter opens in the relationship between Chad and France as President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno meets with Emmanuel Macron, discussing a revitalized partnership grounded in mutual respect and shared interests following the recent withdrawal of French troops.
Chad’s Déby wins 2026 African Peace Prize for role in Sudan refugee crisis
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has been awarded the 2026 African Peace Prize for his effective management of Chad's political transition and humanitarian support for Sudanese refugees.