Boko Haram Attack Leaves 40 Chadian Soldiers Dead at Lake Chad Base

Chad's President Mahamat Deby Itno launches military operation to pursue the assailants following the deadly assault near the Nigerian border.

The attack occurred overnight at a military garrison near Ngouboua in Chad's Lake region, an area frequently targeted by jihadist groups.
Boko Haram militants seized weapons and equipment from the base before retreating, leaving significant casualties, including the unit commander.
The Lake Chad region serves as a strategic hideout for Boko Haram and other insurgent groups, facilitating cross-border attacks.
Chad's government has faced ongoing challenges with insurgency, particularly in the west, where Boko Haram has been active since 2009.
President Deby Itno has ordered a military campaign to track down the attackers, emphasizing Chad's role as a key ally against jihadism in the Sahel.