At least 17 people have died and 66 sustained critical injuries following intense fighting between Sudanese military forces and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) near the Chad-Sudan border, Doctors Without Borders reported Tuesday. The clashes in Tina – one of Darfur's last army-controlled zones – highlight escalating regional instability as Chad closes its border to contain spillover risks.
Humanitarian Toll Mounts
Medical facilities in eastern Chad are overwhelmed treating cross-border casualties amid electricity shortages and dwindling supplies. "We're operating on solar power and generators while rationing medicines," a Chadian medical worker told KhabarAsia, describing conditions as "the worst in three years."
Strategic Crossroads Under Fire
The Tina border crossing, a vital conduit for aid deliveries since much of Darfur fell to RSF control in 2025, now faces complete closure. Sudan's military claims it repelled Monday's RSF assault, but analysts warn the strategic town could become a flashpoint disrupting relief to 2.8 million displaced Darfuris.
Regional Fallout
Chad's "temporary" border shutdown reflects growing concerns about the conflict's spread. The UN estimates over 40,000 deaths since fighting began in April 2023, though aid groups believe actual figures are higher. Recent drone strikes in Kordofan and Darfur have further complicated evacuation efforts, leaving civilians increasingly vulnerable.
