France and Chad reportedly advance on renewed military cooperation

France and Chad are reportedly progressing towards resuming military cooperation, approximately 18 months after the expulsion of around 1,000 French soldiers from the Central African nation. The move aims to establish a more discreet and mutually beneficial partnership, departing from the previous model of permanent French military presence. Chad's President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno had previously ordered the French forces to leave, citing national sovereignty as the reason for their departure. This renewed engagement seeks to redefine the military relationship between Paris and N'Djamena. Sources: Le Monde.