Lake Chad Basin Crisis: UNHCR says insecurity across Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria has pushed more than 3.5 million people into forced displacement, with 8.2 million needing aid; the agency warns the region is nearing a “dangerous tipping point” as security incidents rose sharply and access remains restricted. Chad’s Foreign Policy Defense: Chad’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejects allegations that it was involved in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it a disinformation campaign and reaffirming non-interference. Humanitarian Pressure in Sudan: New reporting highlights worsening conditions in Sudan’s El Obeid, with siege-like hardships, drone strikes and rights abuses driving displacement and urgent calls for protection. Chad Digital Push: Chad is seeking US tech support from Cybastion to operationalize its national data centre, as telecoms officials pursue partnerships in digital infrastructure, satellite connectivity, cyber security and digital health. Youth and Sport: Chad’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Naïr Abakar, is pitching sport as a tool for youth empowerment, unity and putting Chad on the international map. Regional Diplomacy: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby in Abu Dhabi to expand cooperation, including talks on a UAE-Chad economic partnership and renewable energy.