Tag: Chad
Chad lawmakers back unlimited presidential terms
Chad’s National Assembly has overwhelmingly approved controversial constitutional amendments that extend the presidential term from five to seven…
Chadian security forces capture Boko Haram leader’s son
Security forces in Chad have detained 18-year-old Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the son of Boko Haram’s late founder Mohammed…
Chad halts visa issuance for U.S. citizens in reciprocal move over travel ban
In a diplomatic response to its inclusion in a recent U.S. travel ban targeting 12 countries, Chad has…
Deadly attack on Chad’s Presidential complex claims 19 lives
At least 19 people were killed in a violent confrontation in Chad after security forces repelled an attack…
Chad holds first parliamentary elections in over a decade
Chad has concluded its first parliamentary elections in 13 years, marking a significant moment in the nation’s political…
Boko Haram attack kills 40 troops from Chad army near Nigeria, sparking hunt for militants
The Chadian presidency announced that approximately 40 soldiers were killed in an overnight assault on a military base…
U.S. special forces to return to Chad after Presidential approval
The United States is redeploying Special Forces troops to Chad, nearly five months after their withdrawal at the…
Chad’s Prime Minister resigns amid election results
Chad's Prime Minister and opposition leader, Succes Masra, tendered his resignation in light of the confirmation of interim…
Chad’s interim Prime Minister challenges election results
Chad’s interim Prime Minister, Succès Masra, has taken legal action by filing a petition with the Constitutional Council…
US Relocates Troops from Chad Ahead of Presidential Election
The US Pentagon has announced plans to temporarily reposition American troops from Chad, citing a "temporary step" ahead…
Chad junta leader kicks off presidential campaign
Chad's interim President, Mahamat Idriss Deby, launched his presidential campaign on Sunday 14, April, 2024, for an election…
Chad: Transitional leader confirms candidacy for president
Chad's transitional leader, Mahamat Idriss Déby, confirmed his candidacy for the upcoming May 6 presidential vote on Saturday,…