Protests erupt in N’Djamena as Chadians demand civilian rule

Clashes flare in capital city over military takeover after death of President Idriss Deby

Protests have erupted across Chad's capital, N'Djamena, and its second largest city, Moundou, as people demanded a return to civilian rule after the military took control following President Idriss Deby's death on the battlefield last week.

Protesters backed by opposition groups defied a ban on demonstrations on Tuesday morning, starting fires and marching in different parts of the city before being dispersed by security forces firing teargas and live ammunition.