Idriss Deby vs Ivan Konev

Idriss Deby, a former military commander, led a rebellion that overthrew President Hiss

Deby won the 1996 presidential election, the first multi-party election in Chad's history. The election was criticized for irregularities but was seen as a step towards democratic transition.

The Chad-Cameroon Petroleum Development and Pipeline Project became operational, allowing Chad to export oil. The project brought significant revenue but also raised concerns about corruption and environmental impact.

Chadian troops under Deby's command played a key role in the French-led intervention in Mali, fighting against Islamist insurgents. The intervention helped push back militants but resulted in Chadian casualties.

President Idriss Deby was killed while visiting troops fighting rebels from the Front for Change and Concord in Chad (FACT) in northern Chad. His death on the battlefield was confirmed by the military.

Konev commanded the Steppe Front during the Battle of Kursk. His forces were held in reserve and committed to the counteroffensive after the German offensive stalled. He led the liberation of Belgorod and Kharkov, pushing German forces back across Ukraine.

Konev commanded the 1st Ukrainian Front in the Lvov-Sandomierz Offensive, which destroyed German Army Group North Ukraine. His forces captured Lvov and established a bridgehead across the Vistula River. This operation paved the way for the advance into Germany.

Konev's 1st Ukrainian Front launched the Prague Offensive in May 1945, the last major Soviet operation of World War II. His forces captured Prague on May 9, 1945, after German forces surrendered. The liberation of Prague marked the end of the war in Europe.

Konev's 1st Ukrainian Front participated in the Battle of Berlin alongside Zhukov's 1st Belorussian Front. His forces advanced from the south, encircling the city and linking up with American forces on the Elbe. The capture of Berlin ended the war in Europe.