Chadian–Libyan War
1978 – 1987 · Chad
Result Chadian and French victory
Libya under Muammar Gaddafi intervened in Chad's civil war and occupied the north of the country. Chadian forces drove the Libyans out in 1987 in the Toyota War, using fast pickup trucks.
Libya
France
Other
Strength and losses
Libya Strength c. 14,000 · Tanks 300
Chad Strength 10,000
Battles 3
- Operation Manta 1983 – 1984 · Creation of the "Red Line"
- Operation Épervier February 13, 1986 – August 1, 2014
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Toyota War December 16, 1986 – September 11, 1987 · Chadian and French victory
- Battle of Fada January 2, 1987 · Chadian victory
- Battle of Maaten al-Sarra September 5, 1987 · Decisive Chadian victory