The longtime president of Chad has been killed by rebels. This comes after it was announced to serve his sixth term as president of the African country. Idriss Deby came to power in 1990 through a rebellion against the Hissene Habre regime. President Idriss Deby was one of Africa's longest serving leaders. Under his leadership reforms were limited and the same authoritarian structure remained in place. Chad's military involvement in other neighboring countries is disturbing its internal security. Chad has been a partner in France's campaign to combat terrorism in Africa. Although Deby was allied to EU countries, Chad had diplomatic relations with China. Chad is of interest to due to its large oil reserves and cotton production . Many times his regime was saved from revolt through French military assistance. The army announced Deby's death, naming his son as a successor. This is seen as a coup rather than a constitutional transfer of power. Mahamat Deby the son of Idriss is a commander in the Chadian Army. He was commander of the UN peacekeeping forces in Mali. The rebels intend to take the capital, but this may not be so simple considering Mahamat's military experience. There are growing fears that N' Djamena will become a battle ground. Little evidence exists to suggest Idriss Deby was assassinated or victim of a conspiratorial plot. The official narrative was that he was visiting soldiers on the frontline and was slain from a sudden attack. The death of Deby will have an impact on Nigeria, Cameroon, and Niger. Those nations established a strong military alliance to fight rebel factions and terrorist organizations. Idriss Deby promised peace and security to Chad, but instead engaged in military interventions. Sudan, Libya, and the African Central Republic saw the involvement of Chadian soldiers in protracted conflicts. His legacy will be one of war and violence.
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