Chad

Armed men attacked the presidential palace of the North African country of Chad, 19 people including 18 attackers were killed in the retaliatory action of the security forces.

A government spokesman said that armed men tried to enter the presidential complex in the capital, Njina, but were thwarted by security personnel.

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The spokesman said that 18 attackers and one security officer were killed in the exchange of fire, and the situation is under complete control. On the other hand, eyewitnesses said that apart from the firing, tanks were also seen on the roads.