Counter-Terror Operations: Chadian troops in Nigeria’s Lake Chad region arrested 48-year-old Rachael Samuel of Kelo, Chari-Baguirmi, after intercepting a vehicle on the Maiduguri–Monguno highway carrying about 30kg of cannabis, “Suck and Die” chemicals, dry gin, herbal alcoholic drinks, plus phones, ATM cards and cash—items allegedly meant to sustain Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters on the islands. Security Pressure: The same Operation Hadin Kai reported thwarting multiple early-morning infiltration attempts by ISWAP across Borno axes, with troops engaging attackers and one MRAP vehicle triggering an IED without casualties. Diplomacy: Chad’s President Idriss Déby Itno sent a message to Angola’s João Lourenço, delivered in Luanda by Chad’s finance minister and special envoy Hamid Nguilin Thair, as both sides discussed regional issues and upcoming UN Alliance of Civilizations talks. Environment & Health: The UN weather agency says record sand and dust storms hit parts of China and the U.S.-Mexico border in 2025, while the world’s highest dust levels remain centered on Chad’s Bodélé Depression, with storms linked to health, transport disruption and ecosystem damage. Economy & Industry: Chad’s growth outlook is improving as reforms and oil plus agriculture drive momentum, while Algeria’s GICA is exploring a new cement plant in Chad to boost local supply and competition.