A serious conflict broke out in eastern Chad after two families argued over a water source. What started as a small dispute quickly turned violent and spread across nearby areas. In the end, 42 people lost their lives in the clashes.
The situation became worse as both sides carried out revenge attacks, leading to more violence. The conflict affected a large region and created fear among local communities.
Limane Mahamat, the Deputy Prime Minister, said that the military stepped in quickly to control the situation. Their presence helped stop the fighting, and the area is now said to be under control.
He also announced that steps will be taken to restore peace. Traditional mediation will be organized in the village to help both sides resolve their differences. In addition, legal action will be taken against those responsible for the violence.
Such clashes are not uncommon in Chad, where people often compete for limited resources like water and land. These shortages can lead to tensions between communities, sometimes resulting in serious conflicts.
The government hopes that mediation and legal action will bring justice and prevent such incidents from happening again.