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Chadian Army Clashes With Boko Haram, Leaving Over 15 Soldiers Dead, Dozens Injured
In a fierce clash between the Chadian army and Boko Haram fighters, at least 15 Chadian soldiers lost their lives, while 32 others were injured, according to a statement by army spokesman General Issakh Acheikh on Sunday.
The confrontation also resulted in the deaths of 96 Boko Haram members, with an additional 11 wounded.
General Acheikh, addressing the nation on television, did not disclose specific details regarding the location of the clash or the circumstances leading up to it.
However, he assured citizens that the army has the situation under control and that operations are ongoing to track down remaining insurgent elements.
“The army assures the population that the situation is under control and that actions to track down residual elements continue as part of Operation Haskanite,” Acheikh said.
This effort is part of “Operation Haskanite,” a military campaign aimed at eradicating Boko Haram militants from the Lake Chad region.
The Lake Chad area has long been plagued by insurgent activities, particularly those led by Boko Haram and the Islamic State in West Africa. These militant groups, originating in northeastern Nigeria in 2009, have expanded their influence across neighboring regions, including Chad, causing severe security challenges.
