Boko Haram Attack Claims 17 Chadian Soldiers

Boko Haram insurgents attacked a Chadian military post in the Lake Chad region over the weekend, resulting in the deaths of at least 17 soldiers and 96 militants. The assault has reignited fears of escalating violence following a recent period of relative calm, and it comes after a prior attack that claimed 40 soldiers' lives. The Chadian army has vowed to continue its operations against the insurgents, emphasizing that the situation is under control. General Issakh Acheikh reported that 32 soldiers were wounded in the clash, with ongoing efforts to track down remaining Boko Haram elements as part of 'Operation Haskanite.' The Lake Chad area remains a hotspot for jihadist activities, with Boko Haram and its offshoots posing significant threats to regional stability. Chad's interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby has warned of potentially withdrawing from multinational security efforts if violence persists.