N’Djamena, Chad,The Chadian government has shut its border with neighboring Sudan “until further notice” after recent **clashes linked to Sudan’s ongoing civil war killed several Chadian soldiers and civilians near the frontier town of Tine (also spelled Tina). The closure was announced on 23 February 2026 as authorities sought to prevent the conflict from spilling further into Chadian territory.
Chad’s communications minister said the move was taken after “repeated incursions and violations” by forces involved in the Sudanese fighting, notably the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Officials said the closure, affecting major crossing points, aims to protect civilians including large populations of Sudanese refugees already in Chad guard national stability, and stop the spread of violence across the border.
According to local government sources, clashes over the weekend between RSF fighters and rival armed groups near the border killed several Chadian soldiers and at least three civilians, and wounded others. In response, Chad has deployed additional troops to strengthen security along the frontier and said that all movement of people and goods is suspended, with only strictly controlled humanitarian exceptions allowed.
The Sudanese conflict, which erupted in April 2023, has forced millions from their homes and periodically spilled into neighboring states like Chad, where almost 1 million refugees have sought safety. Chad’s border closure reflects deep regional concern that the violence could widen if unchecked.