AfricaSource by Cameron Hudson In the last week, several columns of rebel fighters have entered Chad from neighboring Libya with the intention of unseating long-time strongman and friend of the West Idriss Déby Itno, Chad’s ruler for the past thirty years. Despite multiple claims by Chad’s government spokesman that the rebel formation had been defeated, this weekend US, French,…
France has learned with emotion of the death of the President of the Republic of Chad, Idriss Déby Itno, announced on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. It presents to the family of President Déby Itno and to the entire Chadian people its saddened condolences. Chad is losing a great soldier and a President who has worked tirelessly…
On behalf of the United States, we offer the people of Chad our sincere condolences as they mourn the passing of President Idriss Deby Itno. We condemn recent violence and loss of life in Chad. The United States stands with the people of Chad during this difficult time. We support a peaceful transition of power…
The African Union expresses its deepest condolences to the family and the people of The Republic of Chad following the untimely passing of H.E. President Idriss Déby. The late President Déby played a key role in promoting the African Union’s Agenda to promote peace and security and was an ardent supporter of the Union’s efforts…
The situation in Chad may worsen despite the sudden death of President Idris Deby. Reports indicated that rebels are still on their plot to march on the capital despite Deby’s death. Unconfirmed reports indicated that the rebels had indeed infiltrated the capital , Ndjamena. Meanwhile, political opposition in the country have kicked against the declaration…
Sahel Standard had exclusively reported yesterday that the Chadian President was shot while many of his Generals were killed. We had reported that the former leader was evacuated to the capital Ndjamena ,leading to deployment of armoured tanks around presidential lodge. What we deliberately did not add yesterday was that doctors were battling to treat…
