Chadian Ruler Déby Poised to Win Elections With 'No Real Opposition'

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Chadian Ruler Déby Poised to Win Elections With 'No Real Opposition'

[RFI] Voters in Chad go to the polls Sunday for elections expected to deliver a sixth term to longtime leader Idriss Déby. This after a campaign in which demonstrations were banned or dispersed.

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