Conflict · Mogadishu, Somalia · November 2, 2026

Uganda begins withdrawing troops from Somalia

Reported by 3 outlets · first reported Nov 2, 7:05 AM ET

Uganda started drawing down after 20 years. This follows the end of a UN political mission.

Why it matters

It may leave a gap against al-Shabab.

Background

Uganda has fought al-Shabab since 2007.

The story so far

1. Nov 2Uganda begins withdrawing troops from Somalia
2. Nov 3Uganda begins withdrawing troops from Somalia

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Sources

• BBC News ↗Nov 2, 7:05 AM ET
• France 24 ↗Nov 2, 4:24 PM ET
• AllAfrica ↗Nov 2, 10:26 AM ET

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