Ugandan military officer, son of President Museveni, chief of defence forces
Besigye has collapsed in court amid protests over representation; he is unconscious and in critical condition in Mulago ICU. Authorities face calls for transparency, access to medical care, and updates from the judiciary and prisons service.
Uganda’s army chief has unveiled a statue of Yonatan Netanyahu in Entebbe to commemorate the raid’s courage and the enduring ties between Uganda and Israel. Attendees included Israeli and Ugandan officials; the event follows the 1976 Entebbe rescue and signals evolving diplomatic relations.
Since January, Ugandan authorities have detained opposition figures and charged them on sweeping accusations, with new cases alleging incitement and unlawful society. The UN and rights groups say the crackdown intensifies after elections, drawing international concern.
Uganda has authorised the deployment of its troops to Gaza as part of the International Stabilization Force, following a July disarmament agreement. Parliament has backed the move amid mixed voices; the force aims to secure a humanitarian zone and support post-war stabilization, with pledges from several countries.
Security forces are conducting a coordinated rescue operation after mass abductions in Niger State. Reports indicate hundreds of victims and rising kidnap-for-ransom incidents; authorities vow to pursue those responsible.
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces has reaffirmed participation in Prince Harry’s Invictus Games after Buckingham Palace clarified that the King has no objection, following Uganda’s initial withdrawal amid tensions over the Harry-Meghan coverage. The reversal follows a call between Uganda’s CDF and the King’s private secretary, signaling a diplomatic resolution.
The King has stated that Harry and Meghan remain private citizens after their return to Britain, with the couple continuing their charitable work in a private capacity. Officials say there is no change to their royal status, while security and duties decisions remain under government review as the Sussexes settle their family back in the UK.
Declassified Spain-CNI documents reveal warnings of mass migrant entries before the Ceuta border rush on July 30-31, 2026. Governments dispute the scale, with Spain defending its actions while opponents call for accountability as thousands remain in Ceuta amid protests and EU border funding talks.
Prince Harry and Meghan have moved back to the UK with Archie (7) and Lilibet (5). The children have switched schools due to security concerns tied to their daily commute. A government security panel is reviewing whether taxpayer-funded protection will continue now that the family resides in Britain.
Prince Edward Rukidi Nyabongo has been crowned king of Tooro in Fort Portal. The ceremony follows the death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, and a succession dispute roils the kingdom as Queen Best Kemigisa questions the will and an unnamed heir. Elders selected Nyabongo I from eligible princes; critics argue the process skirts traditional expectations.