An foiled attack on Chad's presidential compound overnight was carried out by a disorganised band of intoxicated men wielding knives and machetes who were easily neutralised by security forces, a government spokesperson said.

The Chadian capital N'Djamena was on alert on Thursday after 19 people died during clashes between security forces and gunmen in the presidential complex.

Gunmen launched an attack on the presidential complex in Chad's capital N'Djamena on Wednesday, sparking a battle that left 18 attackers and one security personnel member dead and several others injured,

State media in Chad say an attack on the presidential palace left 18 assailants dead and six in custody, with one soldier killed and three wounded

This evening, gunfire was heard near the presidential residence in the capital of Chad. Armed individuals attacked the territory of the complex, according to France24, Alarabiya, and Barrons. On Wednesday evening,

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Residents in the capital of the African nation of Chad say multiple gunshots have been heard near the presidential palace

Chad averted a “destabilization attempt” after unknown assailants opened gunfire near the presidential palace in the capital, N’djamena.