Authorities in Chad have re-closed the Adré border crossing with Sudan, just one day after allowing a limited resumption of commercial traffic and civilian movement, local sources said on Tuesday.
Security measures were tightened along the border strip, halting the movement of people and goods. No official explanation was immediately given for the renewed closure.
The crossing recorded modest activity on Monday before being shut again, according to sources familiar with the situation.
The move follows an earlier decision by the Chadian government to close all border crossings with Sudan from February 23 until further notice, citing incursions and security violations linked to parties involved in Sudan’s ongoing conflict.
Darfur24 previously reported that Chad had sealed its border with Sudan as a precautionary step, amid fighting near frontier areas and concerns over potential spillover.
In a statement, Chad’s Ministry of Communication said the closures were intended to prevent the conflict from spreading into Chadian territory, protect civilians and refugees, and preserve national stability and territorial integrity.
Under the decision, all crossings between Chad and Sudan remain closed and the movement of people and goods suspended, though limited humanitarian access may be permitted subject to prior authorization from relevant authorities.
The Chadian government also reaffirmed its right under international law to respond to any attack or violation of its territory, urging residents of border communities to remain calm and comply with the measures. Administrative and military bodies were instructed to strictly enforce the closure.
The Adré crossing is one of the most significant transit points between western Sudan and eastern Chad, serving as a key route for trade and civilian movement. Any change in its status has immediate consequences for border communities on both sides.
