Chad

Switzerland freezes MSF funding after reports of sexual exploitation in Chad

The MSF internal report found a pattern of abuse and sexual exploitation by some local and foreign staff working in Chad along the Sudanese border.

A man leaves the logistics hub of French association "Medecins sans frontieres" (Doctors without borders) on January 13, 2010
FILE PHOTO: An elderly Sudanese refugee woman attends a community session on maternal health led by International Rescue Committee (IRC) staff at the Iridimi refugee camp, northwest of Iriba in Wadi Fira province, eastern Chad, November 27, 2025.

They sought temporary shelter from war. Twenty years later, Sudan’s refugees still can’t go home

Children walk next to a collapsed mosque wall following a drone strike, in Khartoum North, in Bahri city, Sudan, August 12, 2026.

Foreign support, drones fuel Sudan war and possible war crimes, UN probe says

ICC CHIEF Prosecutor Karim Khan in The Hague.

International Criminal Court faces search for new prosecutor after Karim Khan dismissal


RSF paramilitary group claims forces have seized control of town on Sudan-Chad border

The RSF said in a message published on social media that its forces had seized the town, which had earlier been believed to be held by the Joint Forces aligned with the Sudanese army.

MEMBERS OF the Sudanese army gather next to a destroyed military vehicles after a battle with Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the capital Khartoum, Sudan March 25, 2025.

How the UAE built its sphere of influence across the region, including role in Yemen - explainer

From Yemen and Sudan to Israel and Somaliland, the UAE has built a wide network of allies, investments, and security ties aimed at countering political Islam and shaping regional power dynamics.

Supporters of the UAE-backed separatist Southern Transitional Council (STC) wave flags of the United Arab Emirates and of the STC, during a rally in Aden, Yemen, December 30, 2025.

Israeli delegation combats desertification in Chad

In an effort to deepen Israel-Chad relations, and to help Chad to implement creative, sustainable agricultural solutions, an Israeli delegation visited the African country.

Photo from the KKL-JNF agriculture delegation's mission in Chad.

Niger reopens borders with several neighbors a week after coup

The borders that have reopened are mainly in remote desert areas. Niger's key entryways for trade and commerce remain closed due to sanctions imposed by the regional bloc.

 General Abdourahmane Tiani, who was declared as the new head of state of Niger by leaders of a coup, arrives to meet with ministers in Niamey, Niger July 28, 2023.

Hundreds of thousands may flee Sudan fighting, UN says

UNHCR officials are poised for 270,000 people to flee over Sudan's borders - a preliminary planning figure that includes Sudanese refugees crossing into South Sudan and Chad.

 People are evacuated due to clashes between the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese army, in Port Sudan, Sudan, April 25, 2023.

14 Days: Jerusalem terror

Israeli news highlights from the past two weeks.

 The seven victims in the Neveh Ya'acov Jerusalem terrorist attack that took place on January 27, 2023.

Netanyahu inaugurates Chadian embassy in Israel before flying to Paris

"We are strengthening our friendship and our common interests in pursuing peace, security and prosperity," Netanyahu told the Chadian President.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President of Chad Mahamat Déby at the inauguration of the Chadian embassy in Israel.

Chad to open embassy in Israel on Thursday, Netanyahu says

The Chadian leader is in Israel at the moment and will officiate at the inauguration of the embassy, whose location was not clear.

 Chadian President Mahamat Deby and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem.

Oldest known humans started walking on two feet 7m. years ago - study

Researchers claim this discovery may contribute to how early humans split apart from apes to start their own evolutionary line.

Slightly larger brains than modern humans, and stronger, but extinct. An illustration of the Neanderthal man.

KKL-JNF delegation visits Republic of Chad

On the ground to strengthen the country’s agriculture and water management and ‘take part in global effort to combat climate change’.

 KKL-JNF PROFESSIONAL delegation visits Chad and meets with leaders in both the field and boardroom