The possible reasons behind the failed coup are judged to be mainly two by observers. The first of these, and the most evident, is linked to the decision by Déby to search a third presidential mandate, modifying the Constitution with the help of the solid majority he could count on in the National Assembly; precisely in the day of the coup the necessary constitutional amendments were being rushed through the Parliament.
Observers believe that the failed coup was caused by Déby seeking a third presidential term and using the National Assembly's majority to amend the Constitution, which were being implemented on the day of the coup.