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Uganda pulling out of Prince Harry's Invictus Games, says military chief

Uganda pulling out of Prince Harry's Invictus Games, says military chief

Summary

Uganda has decided not to take part in the upcoming Invictus Games, a sports event for wounded military veterans, led by Prince Harry. The country’s military chief said Uganda wants to avoid seeming opposed to King Charles III, despite earlier plans to join the event.

Key Facts

  • Uganda initially planned to join the Invictus Games in July as the 26th participating country.
  • The military chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, announced Uganda’s withdrawal on social media.
  • He stated Uganda does not want to seem opposed to King Charles III, whom they respect.
  • The King’s office recently clarified that Prince Harry and Meghan are no longer working members of the royal family.
  • The Invictus Games organizers have not received official confirmation of Uganda’s withdrawal.
  • Uganda’s decision may relate to concerns about Prince Harry and Meghan’s royal status.
  • The Invictus Games support wounded military personnel through sports and rehabilitation.
  • The next Invictus Games will be held in Birmingham next year.
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