France has officially handed over its last military base in Chad to local authorities, marking the end of a defense cooperation agreement between the two countries. This move comes two months after Chad terminated its agreement with Paris, signaling a shift in their strategic partnership.
Chad, a former French colony in central Africa, has played a crucial role in counterterrorism efforts in the region. The country was one of the few where France maintained a significant military presence. However, recent developments have seen French forces withdraw from other African nations, such as Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, due to ongoing conflicts with Islamic extremists.
