Chad Temporarily Closes Borders with Sudan

Chad announced today, Monday, the temporary closure of its land borders with Sudan until further notice. This decision came in response to alleged military incursions from Sudanese territory, while the Sudanese army accused the Rapid Support Forces of attacks in western parts of the country.
Border Closure Decision
The Chadian government issued a decision to halt all crossing activities through the shared border with Sudan.
Scope and Timing of the Closure
The decision includes all land crossings between the two countries, without specifying a set date for lifting the closure. Official sources stated that the measure will remain in effect “until further notice,” reflecting its temporary nature linked to developments in the security situation.
Administrative Context of the Decision
The decision was published through official Chadian government channels, with authorities confirming the implementation of strict measures to enforce it on the ground. This measure comes within the government’s authority to protect national sovereignty.
Stated Reasons for the Closure
Chadian authorities justified their decision by citing continued border violations from the Sudanese side.
Nature of the Alleged Incursions
An official statement referred to “repeated incursions by warring forces” across the border from Sudanese territory. These forces were not specifically named, but the reference included multiple military actors on the Sudanese side.
Stated Security Objectives
Chad confirmed that the closure aims to “protect national security” and prevent any additional violations. Officials emphasized that the decision is precautionary until stability is restored in the border regions.
Sudanese Reactions
Accusations between Sudanese military parties escalated in conjunction with the Chadian decision.
Sudanese Army Accusations
Sudanese military leadership directly accused the Rapid Support Forces, holding them responsible for “launching attacks in western parts of the country.” These statements came simultaneously with the announcement of the Chadian border closure.
Implications of the Internal Crisis
These developments reveal how the internal conflict in Sudan is extending to affect its regional relations. The border tensions confirm the complexity of the regional landscape and its impacts on the stability of neighboring countries.