The outspoken Ugandan general, who is also the son of President Yoweri Museveni, made the remarks in a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter).
In his statements, Muhoozi strongly aligned Uganda with Israel, saying that Kampala would be ready to support Israel militarily if its security was threatened. He even suggested that Uganda could deploy troops to assist.
However, it was his bold claim about Iran that drew the most attention. Muhoozi stated that a single brigade of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) would be enough to take control of Tehran within two weeks. The statement was widely seen as exaggerated and unrealistic, quickly attracting criticism and mockery online.
In response, Iran dismissed the remarks, treating them as entertainment rather than a serious threat. Iranian officials sarcastically referred to Muhoozi as “the latest phenomenon” and compared his comments to a performance on “Africa’s Got Talent,” highlighting how little weight they placed on his claims.
The exchange comes at a time of rising tensions in the Middle East, involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. These tensions have already affected global trade, especially following disruptions around key routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
Although Muhoozi’s comments have not been officially endorsed by the Ugandan government, they have drawn international attention and sparked debate about the role of African leaders in global conflicts.
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