Boko Haram Attack in Chad Results in Heavy Casualties
Seventeen Chadian soldiers and 96 Boko Haram insurgents were killed in a clash in the volatile Lake Chad region.
- The attack occurred on Saturday in the Lake Chad region, a known hideout for jihadist groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP.
- Chadian military spokesperson confirmed the casualties and reported ongoing operations to track down remaining insurgents.
- This incident follows a deadly attack last month that killed 40 Chadian soldiers, prompting intensified military efforts.
- President Mahamat Deby Itno has launched renewed operations to expel Boko Haram militants from the region.
- The Lake Chad area has seen an increase in violence this year, challenging previous military successes against extremist factions.
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