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Ugandan Military Chief Orders Shutdown of Independent Media Amid Crackdown

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Ugandan Military Chief Orders Shutdown of Independent Media Amid Crackdown
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First reported by Now 14 · 22 hours ago

What happened

Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba ordered the shutdown of major independent media outlets, deploying soldiers to enforce closures amid a government crackdown. He declared opposition to free press and threatened further arrests, while also expressing strong pro-Israel sentiments. The move intensifies concerns over authoritarian rule under President Museveni and his son’s rising influence.

  • 01Ugandan military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba orders closure of major independent media outlets.
  • 02Soldiers deployed outside media headquarters in Kampala to enforce shutdowns.
  • 03Kainerugaba rejects free press, claiming authority to close any media at will.
  • 04Opposition and rights groups accuse him of enforcing authoritarian regime under President Museveni.
  • 05Kainerugaba expresses strong support for Israel and offers military assistance.
  • 06He later hinted at talks to reopen some media outlets with European allies.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MakoCenter · Hebrew11 minutes ago
Ugandan Military Chief Orders Shutdown of Independent Media Amid Crackdown
N12Center · Hebrew11 minutes ago
Ugandan Military Chief Orders Closure of Independent Media Amid Crackdown
Now 14Right · Hebrew22 hours ago
Ugandan General Shuts Down Media Outlets and Declares Himself De Facto Ruler

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