Gunshots were heard near Chad’s presidential palace in N’Djamena on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred shortly after a meeting between Chadian Prime Minister Allamaye Halina and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The gunfire resulted in the deaths of more than a dozen people, with 18 of the 24 attackers killed during the failed raid on the president’s office. One security officer also lost their life in the battle.
Chadian Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah reassured the public that soldiers were protecting the president and controlling the situation. He emphasized their commitment to defending the president and stated, “The situation is completely under control, there is no fear”.
This incident occurred roughly a week after parliamentary elections aimed at restoring democracy, which were boycotted by the main opposition. The election results are still pending, and analysts believe the outcome may strengthen President Mahamat Deby Itno’s hold on power
Gunshots Heard Near Chad’s Presidential Palace
