Uganda withdraws its troops from Somalia as fight against rebels persists
Summary
Uganda announced that it began withdrawing its troops from Somalia on Monday, as fighting against al-Shabab continues. The article notes that Uganda was the first country to deploy forces to Somalia under the African Union mission launched in 2007; it does not explain Kampala’s reason for withdrawing.Key Facts
- Uganda announced the start of its troop withdrawal on Monday.
- Al-Shabab insurgents remain the target of fighting in Somalia.
- Uganda was the first country to send troops to support Mogadishu under the African Union mission.
- The African Union established the international military mission in 2007.
- The article does not state why Uganda is withdrawing its troops.
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