@uganda25601: Ugandan Military Convoy Reaches Barawe After Nearly 10-Day Journey Marked by Repeated Attacks and Reported Heavy Losses A large convoy of Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), escorted by Somali Federal Government troops, finally reached Barawe, the capital of Somalia’s South West State, yesterday afternoon after spending approximately 10 days travelling along a road stretching less than 200 kilometres. The convoy, consisting of nearly 70 military vehicles, including cargo trucks and armoured personnel carriers, was reportedly deployed to facilitate the evacuation of thousands of Ugandan troops from military bases in southern Somalia. According to security sources, the convoy came under attack more than seven times during its journey, with roadside improvised explosive devices (IEDs) reportedly causing significant disruption. In a statement, Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attacks, alleging that 11 soldiers were killed and dozens of military vehicles destroyed or burned. Uganda has also acknowledged suffering personnel casualties and vehicle losses during the withdrawal operation, although the full extent remains unclear. Despite the relatively short distance, the convoy reportedly required nearly 10 days to reach its destination, highlighting the serious security challenges and persistent threat of roadside explosives along key transport routes in southern Somalia. The development comes ahead of a reported November 22 deadline for the withdrawal of more than 1,900 Ugandan troops, whose presence has been central to security operations in the region.#viral #UNITY

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Wednesday 11 November 2026 17:14:13 GMT