Boko Haram Claims Lives of 23 Chadian Soldiers in Lake Chad Region Attack BODY: N’Djamena, Chad – At least 23 Chadian soldiers have been killed and 26 others injured in a Boko Haram attack on a military post in Chad’s Lake Chad region, according to the country’s armed forces.
The Nigeria — based armed group launched the attack on Monday night on Chad’s island of Barka Tolorom, a location that has long been a focal point for the extremist group’s activities.
In a statement, the military reported that a “significant number “of the attackers were killed, and the group was eventually repelled. Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno condemned the attack in a Facebook post, calling it a “cowardly “act and vowing to continue the fight against Boko Haram with renewed determination. “Once again, the nebulous Boko Haram terrorist group carried out a cowardly attack last night on our military base at Barka Tolorom, “Deby Itno stated. “.
We will continue the fight with renewed determination until this threat is completely eradicated. “.
The Lake Chad region, which borders Chad, Cameroon, Niger, and Nigeria, has been a hotbed for Boko Haram activities, with the group responsible for numerous deaths and displacements in the region.
The recent attack follows a surge in activities by the group’s JAS faction, which has been involved in kidnappings and attacks on advanced army positions, particularly on the islands and along Niger’s portion of the lake’s shores.
In October 2024, a previous attack on a Chadian military base resulted in the deaths of about 40 soldiers, prompting a counteroffensive by Deby Itno.
The landlocked Central African country has faced years of instability, marked by recurring rebellions, armed factions, and coups.
The presence of Boko Haram and its rival splinter group, the ISIL affiliate in West Africa Province (ISWAP), has further complicated the security situation in the region.
The attack has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the regional counter — terrorism efforts and the impact on the local population.
The Chadian government’s response to the attack and the measures it is taking to prevent future incidents remain unclear. Questions about the current status of the JAS faction of Boko Haram and its activities also remain unanswered, as do the specific measures the Chadian government is taking to address the threat.
As the region grapples with the ongoing threat of Boko Haram, the international community is likely to continue to monitor the situation closely.
The attack on the military post in Chad’s Lake Chad region serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by the region and the need for a coordinated and effective response to the extremist threat.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: aljazeera
Source: Al Jazeera Staff
