Did Gen. Muhoozi Turn the Tide Against Al Shabaab? Insider Leaks Key Details

Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, was once teetering on the brink of collapse under the relentless assaults of Al Shabaab, but decisive military operations led by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba and his elite Special Forces Command (SFC) turned the tide.

With innovative strategies and relentless execution, the Ugandan contingent played a pivotal role in dismantling Al Shabaab’s stronghold in the region.

Insiders familiar with the operations credit General Muhoozi’s leadership and the SFC’s unconventional "mouse-hole tactics" for the success of the mission.

This strategy, designed to breach enemy defenses through strategic, low-profile entry points, allowed Ugandan forces to infiltrate heavily fortified positions without exposing their troops to unnecessary risk.

The element of surprise that accompanied these tactics reportedly left Al Shabaab forces overwhelmed and unable to regroup effectively.

The operation culminated in the expulsion of Al Shabaab militants from Mogadishu, restoring relative calm to the Somali capital and its environs.

Military experts have lauded the approach as a game-changer, emphasizing its efficiency in urban warfare where traditional methods often lead to prolonged engagements and significant casualties.

While General Muhoozi’s role in the operation has drawn widespread praise, some critics argue that the credit should be shared with the broader African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), of which Uganda is a key contributor.

However, insiders maintain that Muhoozi’s command and the SFC’s tactical ingenuity were instrumental in achieving the victory.

The success in Mogadishu has cemented Uganda’s reputation as a leading force in regional stability and counterterrorism.

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General Muhoozi has used this achievement to bolster his credentials, both as a military strategist and a prominent figure in Ugan