Tschad

[Schneemann]

Chad rebels withdraw from capital

(CNN) -- Rebels fighting government forces in Chad said they had withdrawn from the capital Monday to allow the civilian population the chance to escape.

It was unclear if the rebels retreat was voluntary or if they had been beaten back by the Chadian army, which was said to be under the direct command of President Idriss Deby.

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Schneemann.