France to Complete Withdrawal from Chad by January 31st
The Chadian authorities have demanded France to complete the withdrawal of all French troops from the country by January 31, 2025, at the latest.
Chad News
Bilateral Relations
Bilateral Relations
Defence Politics
France’s Power Erodes at Another Former Colony: Chad
Chad ends France’s military presence in the country, and France notes the decision without further reaction.
Unmanned Systems
Chad Uses TUSAŞ’s Aksungur Armed UAV
It is learned that Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) delivered AKSUNGUR Armed UAV, which may carry ay carry 12 guided munitions, to Chad.
Modernisation
Chad Modernises its Army with Turkish Defence Products
Chad President General Deby Itno Visited Adji Kossei Air Base to inspect Turkish Defence products as part of the army’s modernisation efforts.
Air
Expo and Air Show
Unmanned Systems
TUSAŞ Exported Five ANKA UAVs to Tunisia
TUSAŞ Marketing and Communications President Bertan Kurt stated how many aerial platforms the company delivered. TUSAŞ delivered five ANKA to Tunisia.
Land
Nurol’s NMS 4X4 Appeared on Chad Streets for the First Time
Nurol Defence’s NMS 4X4 tactical wheeled armoured vehicles were spotted on the streets of Chad for the first time, confirming the export claims.
Land
Nurol's Ejder Runs at Chad Deserts
Nurol Makina's Ejder 4X4 armoured vehicle is seen running in the desert in Chad. The video footage shows Chadian soldiers operating the armoured vehicle.
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