Summary
Chad's president has ordered military action against any future attacks from Sudan after a drone strike killed 17 people at a funeral in Chad. Chad has closed its border with Sudan and blames Sudanese forces for the attack. The ongoing conflict in Sudan has led to a significant number of people fleeing to Chad.
Key Facts
- A drone attack killed 17 people at a funeral in Chad, near the Sudan border.
- Chad's President Idris Mahamat Déby ordered the military to be ready to respond to future attacks.
- The border between Chad and Sudan was ordered closed by President Déby.
- The attack was described as a serious threat to Chad's national security.
- The conflict in Sudan has caused millions of people to flee, including nearly one million to Chad.
- The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are suspected of carrying out the attack but deny any involvement.
- The ongoing civil war in Sudan started in April 2023 due to a power struggle.
- Sudan accuses Chad of supporting the RSF, which Chad denies.
