Deployment of Ugandan Troops to South Sudan Amid Rising Tensions

Ugandan special forces have been deployed to South Sudan’s capital, Juba, due to rising tensions and recent clashes between political factions. Ugandan Army Chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba affirmed the mission aims to secure South Sudan, while concerns regarding the potential regression into conflict have been voiced by international observers.

The commander of the Ugandan Army has announced the deployment of special forces to Juba, South Sudan’s capital, amid escalating tensions threatening the fragile peace agreement in the region. This deployment comes in response to recent conflicts between forces aligned with South Sudan’s leaders, specifically in the northeast.

The deployment of Ugandan troops to South Sudan underscores the escalating tensions and political instability in the region. Despite a peace agreement, recent clashes threaten to undermine progress, drawing international concern about a potential return to war. Continued stability in South Sudan remains uncertain as factions vie for power.

Original Source: thedefensepost.com