Uganda's leader stated that armed fighters who launched attacks across the Rwenzori area entered the country from neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo before security forces neutralized them within hours. President Yoweri Museveni made the statement while campaigning in Soroti on Tuesday, warning that anyone who takes up weapons against the government faces lethal consequences.
The assaults on November 1 hit military installations and police facilities in Bundibugyo, Kasese, Fort Portal City, and Kabarole District, with attackers using firearms, bladed weapons, and catapults. Forces killed dozens of assailants and captured more than 90 others during the confrontations. Authorities shot Asuman Muganzi, identified as the operation's leader, when he refused to surrender at his religious compound in Kakuka Parish, where he allegedly recruited and trained participants.
Museveni emphasized that the nation's security apparatus remains robust and capable of maintaining stability. Military and police units continue searching for additional suspects and their supporters along the border region between Uganda and Congo.
The assaults on November 1 hit military installations and police facilities in Bundibugyo, Kasese, Fort Portal City, and Kabarole District, with attackers using firearms, bladed weapons, and catapults. Forces killed dozens of assailants and captured more than 90 others during the confrontations. Authorities shot Asuman Muganzi, identified as the operation's leader, when he refused to surrender at his religious compound in Kakuka Parish, where he allegedly recruited and trained participants.
Museveni emphasized that the nation's security apparatus remains robust and capable of maintaining stability. Military and police units continue searching for additional suspects and their supporters along the border region between Uganda and Congo.
