Chad closes border with Sudan following clashes
Chad has closed its border with Sudan following clashes related to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. These clashes resulted in the deaths of five Chadian soldiers.
Chad has closed its border with Sudan following clashes related to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. These clashes resulted in the deaths of five Chadian soldiers.
On Monday, the Chadian government announced the border closure, citing repeated incursions and violations associated with the conflict in Sudan.
The Sudanese civil war has previously impacted Chadian territory, leading to both casualties and property damage.
Chad has closed its border with Sudan following clashes related to the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
According to a Chadian official, fighting occurred in the border town of Tine between Sudan's paramilitary rapid support forces and troops loyal to Sudan's government.
Alongside the five soldiers, three civilians were killed, and twelve others were injured. This development occurs as the conflict in Sudan approaches its fourth year.
The United Nations reports that the war in Sudan has resulted in the world's most severe and extensive hunger crisis, displacing millions of individuals.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
