Chad has closed its eastern border with Sudan “until further notice”, citing security concerns following repeated incursions by Sudanese armed groups. The decision was announced after heavy fighting erupted in the border town of al-Tina between Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces and local fighters aligned with the Sudanese army.
A government spokesperson said the move was aimed at protecting civilians, adding that limited exemptions could be granted for strictly humanitarian reasons with prior authorisation. Chad’s Communications Minister Mahamat Gassim Cherif said the closure was intended to prevent the conflict in Sudan from spreading into Chadian territory and to safeguard both citizens and refugee communities.
Nearly one million Sudanese have fled into Chad since the war began in 2023, making the country a key entry point for humanitarian assistance. The border closure follows reports that Sudanese militants crossed into Chad, with officials saying several Chadian soldiers and civilians were killed in recent clashes.
Source: commonspace.eu with the BBC
