Uganda finalizes troop role in US-backed Gaza force
By The BriefBrief
Ugandan and Burundian military officials visited Israel to discuss deploying troops to Gaza as part of an international security force tied to a US-backed plan for a fragile ceasefire. Uganda is finalizing details of its participation after its parliament approved the troop contribution this month.
WHO:Ugandan and Burundian military officials; Uganda’s parliament; a US-backed “Board of Peace” official
WHAT:Ugandan officials finalize details for Uganda’s participation in a planned international security force for Gaza, following parliament approval.
WHEN:Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 3:09 AM ET
WHERE:Israel
WHY:Ugandan participation is being worked out following parliament approval for the planned Gaza troop contribution under the US-backed “Board of Peace” concept.
