Biltine () is a city in Chad, and the capital of Wadi Fira region (previously Biltine prefecture).
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.BBC NEWS | Africa | Chad denies rebel move on capital On June 16, 2008, the town was the scene of a battle between rebels and government forces, with the rebels said to have won.Chad rebels claim advances as US pulls out embassy staff
The town is served by Biltine Airport.
Demographics Year PopulationWorld Gazetteer: Chad 1993 8,100 2009 11,840
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