Uganda begins withdrawing its troops from Somalia after 20 years’ presence
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Uganda has begun withdrawing its troops from Somalia after two decades of military operations, with Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba announcing plans to hand over security responsibilities to Somali forces. In a statement issued on Thursday, October 29, 2026, Muhoozi said the withdrawal was part of a commitment to transfer responsibility for […]