Chad explains: end with France - we are confident!

Chad explains: end with France - we are confident!

Chad, Zentralafrikanische Republik - Chad let the bomb burst! In a dramatic step, the country decided to end military cooperation with France, the former colonial lord. This means that the French soldiers who are currently stationed in the Central African nation have to leave the country. Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah said that Chad was "very jealous of his sovereignty" and that it was time to recognize France's independence.

The decision was made on Thursday, just a few hours after the visiting the French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot. Koulamallah described France as a "essential partner", but emphasized that Chad is now acting as a sovereign state. This turn comes at a time when Chad, which has worked closely with western military forces in the past, is increasingly turning to Russia. The step could have far -reaching consequences for France's military presence in the region, since the country was already forced to deduct its troops from Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso.

strategic realignment

With around 1,000 soldiers and war aircraft in Chad, France is the last Sahel-Land that houses French troops. The Chadian government has announced that they respect the modalities of the end of the agreement and will work with the French authorities to ensure a harmonious transition. This happens in the context of the chad of chad President Mahamat Idriss Deby, who was only sworn in in May after three years as interim leader to build closer relationships with Russia.

chad, which borders the Central African Republic, which Sudan, Libya and Niger borders-all countries with paramilitary forces of the Russian Wagner Group-wants to fully claim its sovereignty after 66 years of independence. Koulamallah did not announce a precise date for the withdrawal of the French troops, but the message is clear: Chad is ready to make his own decisions and redefine its strategic partnerships.