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The Chadian army has accused the Sudanese Rapid Support Forces of killing two of its soldiers in an attack on the town of Tina. This incident marks the first loss for the Chadian military since the onset of the Sudanese conflict in April 2023. The army has vowed to respond to any further violations of its territory.
Africa. The Chadian army has accused the Rapid Support Forces of killing two of its soldiers in an attack on the town of Tina. This marks the first time the Chadian military has suffered casualties since the onset of the Sudanese conflict in April 2023.
The General Staff described the attack as “deliberate and intentional,” asserting that the Chadian army reserves the right to respond using all legal means and to defend itself in the event of further violations of its territory.
The Chadian military leadership accused the Sudanese Rapid Support Forces of launching an attack on Friday on a border town, resulting in the deaths of two Chadian soldiers and the injury of a third, labeling it an “unjustified aggression” against Chad.
A senior army officer noted that this is the first time the Chadian military has been affected by the loss of soldiers since the start of the Sudanese war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces in April 2023.
The General Staff characterized the attack as “deliberate and intentional, in violation of international law,” warning the warring parties in the Sudanese conflict against any infringement of Chad’s sovereignty.
The Chadian army also confirmed its right to respond using all legal means and to defend itself in the event of new violations of national territory, in accordance with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter.
The Rapid Support Forces currently control most of northern and western Darfur, except for some areas held by neutral tribal groups. On Wednesday, the Rapid Support Forces announced their control over the towns of Abu Qumra and Um Barro in the vast Darfur region, both of which are located on the route leading to the town of Tina.
The conflict in Sudan, which began in April 2023, has led to significant regional instability, affecting neighboring countries like Chad. The Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary group, have been involved in various confrontations, raising concerns about border security and the potential for escalation into neighboring territories. Chad has historically faced challenges related to cross-border conflicts and the influx of refugees from Sudan, complicating its security landscape.
