August 14, 2026

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Chad presidential pardon welcomed by RNDT-Le Réveil party

Chad

Chad presidential pardon welcomed by RNDT-Le Réveil as political thaw signal

The RNDT-Le Réveil party has hailed the issuance of a presidential pardon decree on August 14, 2026, viewing it as a promising move toward political openness and national reconciliation in Chad.

Chad presidential pardon welcomed by RNDT-Le Réveil as political thaw signal

In a firm endorsement of the government’s recent gesture, the RNDT-Le Réveil party has warmly welcomed the presidential pardon decree issued on August 14, 2026, granting clemency to multiple detainees, including key political figures. The move aligns with the commitment made by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno on August 11, responding directly to the call for national easing of tensions issued by party leader Pahimi Padacké Albert on August 8.

In an official statement, the party praised the decree as a tangible fulfillment of public commitments and a beacon of hope for enhanced political inclusivity across Chad. The RNDT-Le Réveil leadership has urged the Head of State to sustain this momentum by initiating broad-based discussions with all national stakeholders, emphasizing the nation’s diversity as a source of strength.

The party reaffirmed its readiness to actively participate in fostering national unity, asserting that pluralism is a cornerstone for Chad’s progress and stability.