Boko Haram militants kill 23 soldiers in an attack on a military post, Chad says

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Boko Haram militants have killed 23 soldiers in an attack on a military post in the Lake Chad region, Chad’s armed forces say ByThe Associated Press May 5, 2026, 10:06 AM N'DJAMENA, Chad -- Boko Haram militants have killed 23 soldiers in an attack on a military post in the Lake Chad region, Chad’s armed forces say. The Lake Chad region has long been threatened by the Nigeria-based Boko Haram militant group, which is known for carrying out attacks in neighboring countries. The attack occurred Monday night on Barka Tolorom island.