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Uganda’s Parliament Approves Military Deployment to South Sudan Amidst Rising Tensions

Uganda’s Parliament has officially approved the deployment of the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) to South Sudan, despite the fact that the troops were sent weeks ago without parliamentary authorization, which is technically illegal.

The security situation in South Sudan is precarious, with clashes between government troops and the White Army militia, and the arrest of the deputy army chief and two ministers allied with Vice President Riek Machar. These incidents have raised concerns about a potential return to civil war.

The Ugandan government deployed troops to Juba in response to a request from South Sudanese President Salva Kiir, who sought urgent military support to prevent a security catastrophe. The deployment is backed by the Minister of Defense, Jacob Oboth Oboth, who cited Uganda’s commitment to patriotism, nationalism, and Africanism, as well as the need to safeguard Ugandan and African lives and property.

Some lawmakers, like Gilbert Oulanya, have expressed support for the deployment, arguing that peace in South Sudan is essential for peace in Uganda. However, others may question the legality and motivations behind the deployment.

It’s worth noting that the UPDF has been deployed to South Sudan and other countries before, and the Ugandan government believes that this deployment will help stabilize security, enforce peace, and protect lives in the region.

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