 Chadian rebels have threatened to advance on the country's capital |
Anti-government rebels in Chad have launched an attack on the town of Goz Beida, near the border with Sudan.
The United Nations reported fighting in the town, which is home to 15,000 Darfur refugees.
A rebel leader said Goz Beida had fallen to his forces and they would take the capital N'Djamena by Sunday.
Chadian Communication Minister Mahamat Hissene told the BBC that government forces were being organised to defend the capital.
The rebels reportedly launched an offensive in the east of the country on Wednesday, and Mr Hissene said the rebels were being armed and organised by Sudan.
They claim to have twice as many vehicles and men as when they attacked N'Djamena in February.
The insurgents had sought to overthrow President Idriss Deby and they managed to reach his palace before being repelled.
*** Please pray for God:
- - to have mercy on the people of Chad
- - to protect the innocent as this latest attack unfolds
- - to bring lasting peace to Chad in which the country can move forward and develop in every way, as He chooses
Full Article: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7454749.stm
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