Stories from Chad

Dozens of Nigerian fishermen are presumed missing following Chadian anti-jihadist airstrikes. The incident occurred in Nigeria, with reports indicating the fishermen have been unaccounted for over three days. The incident occurred in the Lake Chad region.

Condemnations have recently been issued against former members of GECAPA. This development is interpreted as a 'hunt for the opposition' by Chadian power, reflecting a certain fragility due to the narrowness of the political base of the current government.

Nine individuals were arrested in Chini Chado and subsequently released after the end of the month of Muharram. Their lawyer has been instructed to follow a case involving King Mohammed Idris Deby Itno. The case against Deby was postponed for a week before the trial.

A prosecutor in Chad has requested a 10-year prison sentence for eight opponents of the GCAP.

A deadly attack has been reported near Lake Chad. The area around Lake Chad has been a site of ongoing conflict and instability. The incident occurred in the Chouk region. The exact number of casualties is still being determined.

A new deadly attack occurred this afternoon on the Chadian shore of Lake Chad, according to a government source.

Fighting in the Baraka region has resulted in the deaths of people in Shirini and Wani, according to the source. The Baraka region is part of territory controlled by the Chad army.

Attackers from the Kundilo region reportedly carried out a massacre involving soldiers, civilians, and children. The report states the region borders the jihadist-affected Jenim area.

President Mahamat Déby Itno of Chad has threatened provincial and traditional authorities, stating they must assume responsibility or face removal from power. The president is prioritizing the disarmament of civilians who are reportedly carrying weapons.

Opposition leader Succès Masra has renewed his availability to work with the current administration. Masra proposed a unity government characterized by what he calls 'double parity.' This structure would consist of a cabinet composed of equal numbers of Christians and Muslims.