KHARTOUM —The Sudanese government has condemned comments made by Uganda’s military chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, as “reckless” and “irresponsible”.
In a statement, the Sudanese foreign ministry said General Kainerugaba’s threat to capture Khartoum was a “blatant disregard” for international law and relations between nations.
“This unprecedented and deviant utterance displays an incredible level of disrespect for international law, the ethos of interstate relations, and the principles of mutual respect between sisterly and friendly nations,” the ministry said.
The ministry demanded an official apology from Uganda and called on the African Union and international community to condemn the remarks.
“The Government of Sudan demands an official apology from the Government of Uganda for these offensive and dangerous remarks,” the ministry said. “It equally calls on the African Union, regional and international organizations, and the entire international community to condemn these statements, which pose a clear threat to regional and international peace and security and insult the dignity of Africans.”
The Sudanese government described General Kainerugaba’s comments as a “serious threat” to regional and international peace and security.
The incident has sparked concerns about escalating tensions between Sudan and Uganda.
General Kainerugaba, who is also the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, has previously made headlines for his controversial remarks.
