AGP Executive Report

Democracy Under Pressure: Chad’s opposition is facing a fresh crackdown, with eight GCAP leaders sentenced to eight years in prison without parole and the Supreme Court dissolving the coalition—moves analysts say push the country back toward one-party rule. Digital Push: A Chadian delegation met U.S.-based Cybastion to discuss digital infrastructure and cybersecurity, including support for e-government and building local tech capacity. Food Security: The World Food Programme launched resilience projects across Chad, backing small producers with seeds, land access, hydro-agricultural works, and climate-smart farming to reduce dependence on aid. Sudan Spillover at the Border: Reuters reports survivors fleeing Sudan’s al-Fashir describe brutal paramilitary assaults; separate reporting says a sanctioned commander nicknamed “Butcher of al-Fashir” has returned to the battlefield, while a drone strike near the Chad border killed at least 14 people. Regional Safety: Chad’s defence ministry says four Libyan nationals abducted in Chad have been freed and flown back to Tripoli after ransom demands.

Chad–Sudan Border Humanitarian Fallout: Survivors from the al-Fashir assault in western Sudan have been recounting killings, beatings, and theft after fleeing toward Tine on the Chad-Sudan border, where many arrived starving and wounded. Justice and Accountability in Sudan: A Reuters report says an RSF commander nicknamed the “Butcher of al-Fashir” was seen back on the battlefield despite claims he was not released, renewing international pressure after allegations tied to filmed executions. Kidnapping in Chad: Chad’s defence ministry says four Libyan nationals abducted in Chad have been freed and flown home, after two hostages were killed during captivity. Chad Opposition Crackdown: Analysts and opposition warn Chad is sliding back toward one-party rule after eight opposition leaders were sentenced to eight years without parole and the Supreme Court dissolved their main coalition. Lake Province Security Move: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three months amid armed incursions and cross-border threats. Food Security Push in Chad: WFP announced resilience projects across multiple regions to support small producers, restore ecosystems, and reduce long-term dependence on aid.

Sudan Accountability Crisis: Reuters reports RSF commander “Abu Lulu” (al-Fateh Abdullah Idris) was seen back on the battlefield in March despite international sanctions and calls to remove him after filmed killings in al-Fashir. Cross-Border Kidnapping Rescue: Chad’s defence ministry says four Libyan nationals abducted in Chad were freed after ransom demands; two hostages were killed and survivors were flown back to Tripoli. Chad’s Democratic Backsliding: Opposition leaders from GCAP were sentenced to eight years without parole and the Supreme Court dissolved the coalition, deepening fears of a return to one-party rule amid a long crackdown on demonstrations. Lake Province Security Move: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three months, citing Boko Haram incursions and cross-border threats. Food Security Push in Chad: WFP announced resilience projects across multiple regions, backing small producers with seeds, land access, cooperatives, climate-smart farming, and land restoration. Digital Infrastructure Talks: A Chadian delegation met Cybastion in the U.S. to discuss digital fast-track support for infrastructure, cybersecurity, e-government, and skills. Humanitarian Toll at the Border: Reuters describes survivors fleeing al-Fashir and recounting beatings, theft, and killings during RSF assaults, underscoring the crisis spilling into Chad.

Kidnapping Rescue in Chad: Chad’s defence ministry says four Libyan nationals abducted after their convoy was intercepted have been freed, with two hostages killed during captivity; survivors were flown back to Tripoli after Chadian and Libyan authorities coordinated a rescue. Survival and Displacement: A Sudanese mother, Maria, described a brutal escape to Chad with her nine-month-old daughter after days without food or water, highlighting the human cost of the war and the resilience of women in crisis. Digital Push: A Chadian delegation met Cybastion in Arlington under the U.S. State Department’s IVLP to discuss faster digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, e-government services, and skills for a stronger tech economy. Opposition Crackdown: Chad’s opposition faces deeper pressure as eight GCAP leaders received eight-year prison terms and the Supreme Court dissolved the coalition, raising fears of a slide back toward one-party rule. Food Security Support: The World Food Programme announced resilience projects across multiple Chadian regions to boost smallholder farming, restore ecosystems, and reduce long-term dependence on aid. Lake Province Emergency Extended: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three months amid continued incursions, terrorist activity, and cross-border movement.

Democratic Backsliding in Chad: Eight opposition leaders from GCAP were sentenced to eight years in prison without parole after a banned protest, while the Supreme Court dissolved the coalition days earlier—another blow to President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s already weakened political space. Lake Province Security: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing ongoing Boko Haram attacks, armed incursions and cross-border movements. Humanitarian Relief Near N’Djamena: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet, about 70km from N’Djamena, reaching around 2,170 people as Chad faces rising hunger and malnutrition ahead of the June–August lean season. Regional Crisis Watch (Sudan): A drone strike on a food market in Al-Tina on the Chad border killed at least 14 people, mostly women, as Sudan’s war continues to spill into neighboring areas. Justice Reminder (Habré): Human rights groups marked the 2016 Hissène Habré conviction in Senegal, calling it a landmark for atrocity justice tied to Chad’s past. Opposition and Rights Under Scrutiny: Analysts warn the crackdown risks a return to one-party rule, with years of restrictions on demonstrations and harsh repression still shaping public life.

Opposition Crackdown: Chad’s Supreme Court dissolved the main opposition coalition GCAP just days before jailed leaders were sentenced to eight years without parole, deepening fears of a slide back toward one-party rule under President Mahamat Idriss Déby. Lake Chad Security: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing ongoing Boko Haram attacks, armed incursions, and cross-border movement, with tighter controls on movement in high-security zones. Food Crisis Response: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet, near N’Djamena, aiming to support about 2,170 people as hunger and malnutrition rise and more than 3 million face acute food insecurity in the June–August lean season. Sudan Border Violence: A drone strike on a food market in Al-Tina, near the Chad border, killed at least 14 people, mostly women, in an area where RSF offensives continue. Justice Milestone: Human Rights Watch and the ICJ marked the 2016 Hissène Habré conviction in Senegal as a landmark for international justice, using universal jurisdiction to prosecute crimes committed in Chad. Eid Diplomacy: Chad’s President sent Eid al-Adha congratulations to Libya’s Presidential Council head, stressing health, prosperity, and stronger brotherhood ties.

Opposition Crackdown: Chad’s opposition is facing a fresh blow as eight Political Actors Consultation Group (GCAP) leaders were sentenced to eight years in prison without parole after a banned protest, and the Supreme Court dissolved the coalition days earlier—raising fears of a slide back toward one-party rule under President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. Lake Province Security: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing ongoing Boko Haram incursions, terrorist acts and cross-border movement, with tighter controls on movement and restrictions on herders entering high-security zones. Food Security Push: The World Food Programme launched resilience-building work across multiple Chad regions, backing small producers and cooperatives through seeds, land access, hydro-agricultural support and climate-smart farming to reduce dependence on aid. Humanitarian Aid from Qatar Charity: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet (about 70km from N’Djamena), targeting roughly 2,170 people amid warnings that over 3 million could face acute food insecurity in the June–August lean season. Sudan Spillover Violence: A drone strike hit a food market in Al-Tina near the Chad border, killing at least 14 people, mostly women, in an area already affected by fighting between Sudan’s forces and the RSF. Justice Milestone for Habré: Human Rights Watch and the International Commission of Jurists marked the 2016 Senegal conviction of former Chadian dictator Hissène Habré as a landmark for universal justice.

Eid al-Adha Diplomacy: Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno sent Eid al-Adha greetings to Libya’s Presidential Council head Mohamed Menfi, calling for health, long life, and stronger brotherhood and cooperation between the two countries. Opposition Crackdown: An analysis warns Chad’s opposition is being squeezed through arrests, dissolutions of coalitions, and long prison sentences—raising fears of a slide back toward one-party rule. Lake Province Security: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing armed incursions, terrorist activity, and cross-border threats. Food Security Push: The World Food Programme launched resilience projects across multiple regions of Chad, backing farmers, cooperatives, and climate-smart practices to reduce dependence on aid. Humanitarian Aid from Qatar Charity: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet, near N’Djamena, targeting families facing hunger and malnutrition ahead of the June–August lean season. Regional Migration Pressure: Morocco’s mass deportation operations against sub-Saharan migrants continue, with reports of mass arrests and forced transfers linked to EU migration enforcement. Justice Milestone for Habré: Human Rights Watch and the ICJ marked the 2016 Hissène Habré conviction in Senegal as a landmark for universal justice over atrocity crimes.

Chad Opposition Crackdown: Chad’s Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by opposition leader Succès Masra, keeping him jailed and underscoring growing pressure on dissent after eight opposition figures were sentenced to eight years in prison and the main opposition coalition was dissolved. Lake Chad Security: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing armed incursions, terrorist attacks and cross-border movement, with tighter controls and restrictions around high-security zones. Humanitarian Food Support: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet, near N’Djamena, reaching about 2,170 people as Chad braces for a lean season when more than 3 million could face acute food insecurity. Regional Refugee Pressure: Reporting from Egypt highlights Sudanese refugees facing racism, arbitrary arrests and deportations, as many look again toward Europe for safety. Sudan Border Violence: A drone strike on a market near the Chad border in Al-Tina killed at least 14 people, mostly women, in an area already strained by famine and fighting. Global Justice Reminder: Human Rights Watch and the ICJ marked the 2016 Hissène Habré conviction in Senegal as a landmark for universal jurisdiction and accountability for atrocity crimes.

Sudan Border Horror in Chad: Survivors fleeing al-Fashir’s siege in western Sudan say paramilitary fighters beat captives, stole phones and savings, and killed loved ones during a three-day assault; many arrived at the Chad-Sudan border town of Tine starving and wounded. Market Strike Near the Border: A drone attack on a food market in Al-Tina (North Darfur) killed at least 14 people, mostly women, as witnesses report a communications blackout and authorities assess damage. Chad Security Move: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing armed incursions, terrorist acts and cross-border movement; officials also urged herders to avoid high-security zones. Political Detention: Opposition leader Succes Masra will remain jailed after Chad’s supreme court rejected his appeal, with rights groups warning the case shows intolerance of dissent. Food Aid Push: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet near N’Djamena, targeting about 2,170 people as Chad faces rising hunger and malnutrition ahead of the June–August lean season. Lake Chad Recovery Funding: RESILAC2’s second phase is set to reach 125,890 beneficiaries by 2028, supported by the EU and partners to boost resilience, social cohesion and land management around the basin. Justice Milestone for Habré: HRW and the ICJ marked the 2016 Hissène Habré conviction in Senegal as a landmark for atrocity justice under universal jurisdiction.

Sudan–Chad Border Horror: Survivors fleeing the al-Fashir assault in western Sudan have reached Tine, describing three days of paramilitary killings, beatings and theft before escaping toward the Chad border. Cross-Border Food Crisis: A drone strike on a market in Al-Tina, near the Chad border, killed at least 14 people, mostly women, as famine conditions deepen in North Darfur. Lake Chad Security: Chad’s parliament approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing armed incursions and cross-border terrorist threats. Humanitarian Aid in Chad: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet, supporting about 2,170 people as hunger and malnutrition rise and more than 3 million face acute food insecurity in the June–August lean season. Justice in Chad: Opposition leader Succes Masra will remain jailed after Chad’s supreme court rejected his appeal, with rights groups warning the move shows intolerance of dissent. Regional Accountability: Human Rights Watch and ICJ marked the 2016 Hissène Habré conviction in Senegal as a landmark for international justice.

Sudan Border Horror: A drone strike hit a food market in Al-Tina, near the Chad border, killing at least 14 people—most of them women—on May 25, with the attack widely blamed on the RSF amid near-total communications blackout. Chad Security Tightens: Chad’s parliament has extended the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing ongoing incursions and terrorist activity, and ordering tighter movement controls. Humanitarian Push in Chad: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet, about 70km from N’Djamena, aiming to support roughly 2,170 people as hunger and malnutrition rise ahead of the June–August lean season. Regional Justice Reminder: Human rights groups marked the 2016 Hissène Habré conviction in Senegal as a landmark for atrocity justice—an example still shaping how the world pursues accountability. Sahel Threat Watch: A new analysis warns Islamic State-linked operations are accelerating across the Sahel, raising fears that Mali could be next.

Sudan Border Horror: A drone strike hit a market in Al-Tina, near the Chad border, killing at least 14 people—mostly women—while communications blackout and remote terrain are making details hard to confirm. Humanitarian Push in Chad: The World Food Programme launched a resilience drive across Chad, backing farmers and cooperatives through land access, seeds, water-harvesting and climate-smart practices to cut long-term dependence on aid. Chad Security Measures: Chad’s parliament has extended the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing armed incursions and cross-border threats. Justice and Accountability: Human rights groups marked the 2016 Habré conviction in Senegal as a landmark for atrocity justice under universal jurisdiction. Regional Migration Pressure: Morocco’s mass deportations of sub-Saharan migrants continue, with reports of arrests, abuse and forced transfers linked to EU-backed border crackdowns. Food Aid Relief: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet near N’Djamena, targeting families facing rising hunger and malnutrition.

Justice Milestone: Human Rights Watch and the International Commission of Jurists say the 2016 Senegal conviction of former Chadian dictator Hissène Habré—life in prison for crimes against humanity, war crimes and torture—became a landmark for universal justice, after a 25-year fight by victims. Security Clampdown in Chad: Chad’s parliament has approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing Boko Haram attacks, armed incursions and cross-border movement, with tighter controls on movement and requests for herders to avoid high-security zones. Cameroon–Chad Spotlight: Cameroon marked its 54th National Day with parades and a Chadian contingent, while Cameroon and Chad also signed a deal to speed up cargo along the Douala-Kribi–N’Djamena trade corridor. Humanitarian Push: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet near N’Djamena, targeting families facing rising hunger and malnutrition. Regional Justice Under Pressure: In Haiti, the UN-backed Gang Suppression Force is expected to become operational next June, with Chadian troops already deployed.

Lake Chad Security: Chad’s parliament has approved extending the state of emergency in Lake Province for three more months, citing ongoing Boko Haram attacks, armed incursions and cross-border movement—measures meant to boost defense and security operations and tighten controls on movement. Regional Diplomacy & Ceremonies: Cameroon marked its 54th National Day with troop reviews and nationwide parades under the theme of national unity, with Chadian forces taking part—another sign of tightening security cooperation between the neighbors. Humanitarian Push: Qatar Charity sent 310 food baskets to Massaguet near N’Djamena, targeting about 2,170 people as hunger and malnutrition fears rise, with estimates warning that more than 3 million could face acute food insecurity in the lean season. Justice Spotlight: The Habré conviction in Senegal continues to be hailed as a landmark for international justice, showing how long legal battles can still end in accountability.

Humanitarian Push: Qatar Charity sent an emergency food convoy to Massaguet, about 70km from N’Djamena, delivering 310 food baskets for roughly 2,170 people as Chad faces rising hunger and malnutrition ahead of the June–August lean season. Sudan’s War, Upgraded: Drones are turning Sudan’s “forgotten” front into a nightly civilian killing field, while a new STPT report says the conflict is also fracturing the country’s monetary system through rival RSF-linked banking and currency practices. Migration Crackdown: Morocco has launched large-scale deportations of sub-Saharan migrants toward Europe, with reports of mass arrests and forced transfers, as the EU deepens border “externalization” cooperation. Diplomacy & Soft Power: China marked its inaugural “Outstanding Diplomat Medal,” including for Pakistan’s ambassador and a former Chadian envoy, underscoring how states compete for influence beyond aid and infrastructure. Regional Trade: Cameroon and Chad signed a deal to cut delays on the Douala–Kribi/N’Djamena corridor using linked information systems and electronic cargo tracking.