Mahamat Idriss Déby Wins Contested Chad Presidential Election

Despite claims of electoral fraud and international skepticism, Mahamat Idriss Déby secures presidency, extending his family's long-standing rule.

Déby clinched over 61% of votes amid accusations from his main rival, Succès Masra, of election rigging.
The election marks the end of Chad's transitional period following a military coup in 2021 after the death of Déby's father.
International observers and opposition parties have raised concerns about the election's credibility.
France's strategic interests in Chad remain intact, supporting Déby despite regional shifts toward Russian alliances.
Déby's victory is seen as a move to legitimize his regime amidst internal and external pressures.