Chad has closed its state border with Sudan amid ongoing unrest, a move confirmed by government officials and reported by Reuters. The government in N’Djamena indicated that the border shutdown was implemented as a precautionary measure in response to the deteriorating security situation next door. Local authorities urged residents to stay calm and avoid panic as events in neighboring Sudan continue to unfold, stressing the importance of orderly conduct and public safety during this volatile period.
Officials emphasized that Chad is committed to regional stability and to supporting international efforts aimed at restoring peace in Sudan. They called on neighboring governments and international partners to coordinate humanitarian relief, political dialogue, and security guarantees that could help prevent further spillover effects that might threaten civilians along the border and in border towns. The statement underscored a shared responsibility to protect civilians and to facilitate dialogue among conflicting parties.
In their appeal, Chad’s authorities urged the regional community and the broader international arena to intensify diplomatic engagement with Sudan. They stressed that sustained peace in Sudan would benefit not only the people directly affected but the stability of the Sahel and North Africa as a whole. The government reiterated its readiness to cooperate with international mediators and to participate in constructive talks aimed at de-escalation and a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
The frontier between Sudan and Chad spans roughly 1,400 kilometers and traverses the eastern reaches of the Sahara. The long border has historically posed logistical and security challenges, and the present tensions have prompted authorities to bolster border controls and surveillance. Cross-border movements have slowed, and regional checkpoints have increased scrutiny as both sides assess the risks to travelers, trade routes, and local communities along the frontier.
Earlier reports from medical and civil authorities in Sudan described casualties linked to clashes at key urban centers, including Khartoum, the capital, and the city of El Obeid. The Sudanese Doctors Association confirmed fatalities resulting from clashes at the international airport area and in other corridors of the capital. There were additional reports of injuries among security personnel and residents in Omdurman and nearby districts, underscoring the severity of the current fighting and the urgent need for safe corridors and ceasefire arrangements, according to local health officials.
Observers noted that international diplomats have been watching developments closely. Sources indicate that the Russian ambassador to Sudan has urged all parties to pursue negotiations soon, signaling a readiness to engage in talks facilitated by regional and global mediators. Analysts suggest that any durable settlement will require consensus on humanitarian access, safe corridors for civilians, and a commitment to a political process that addresses the underlying grievances fueling the conflict, with persistent international involvement to monitor and support the implementation of such measures. Reuters and regional news agencies have been tracking the evolving situation and reporting statements from government sources and foreign diplomats.