Chad: Republic Mediator Calls for Calm After Clashes in Tibesti

In Chad, Republic Mediator Saleh Kebzabo calls for calm as tensions remain high in Tibesti. A week ago, clashes erupted between members of the Miski Gold Zone Self-Defense Committee and the National Mine Activities Control Brigade. The facts and recent developments: Each side accuses the other of violating the peace agreements signed last year in this region, which has been in conflict for nearly ten years, over the distribution of mining revenues. Key points: ▸ In Chad, Republic Mediator Saleh Kebzabo calls for calm as tensions remain high in Tibesti. ▸ A week ago, clashes erupted between members of the Misker Gold Zone Self-Defense Committee and the National Mine Activities Control Brigade. ▸ Each side accuses the other of violating the peace agreements signed last year in this region, which has been in conflict for nearly ten years, over the distribution of mining revenues.