Biltine, Chad
Biltine (Arabic: بلتن) is a city in Chad, and the capital of Wadi Fira region (previously Biltine prefecture).
Biltine
بلتن | |
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Nickname(s): Biltini | |
Biltine Location in Chad | |
Coordinates: 14°31′39″N 20°55′36″E | |
Country | Chad |
Region | Wadi Fira Region |
Department | Biltine Department |
Sub-Prefecture | Biltine |
Population (2009) | |
• Total | 11,840 |
Time zone | +1 |
The town was briefly captured on November 25, 2006 by the RADF, a rebel group, then recaptured the next day by the government, along with nearby Abéché that had been captured by a different rebel group, the UFDD.[1] On June 16, 2008 the town was the scene of a battle between rebels on government forces, with the rebels said to have won.[2]
The town is served by Biltine Airport.
Demographics
Year | Population[3] |
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1993 | 8 100 |
2009 | 11 840 |
References
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