Uganda Unveils Monument to Slain Israeli Commander Yonatan Netanyahu in Entebbe
Summary
Uganda has unveiled a monument at Entebbe International Airport in memory of Israeli commander Yoni Netanyahu, who was killed during the 1976 hostage rescue operation. The ceremony highlighted Uganda’s ties with Israel and the enduring legacy of the Entebbe raid.
Key Points
- Uganda’s army unveiled a life-size statue of Lieutenant Colonel Yoni Netanyahu outside Entebbe International Airport.
- Army Chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba said the monument honors courage and dedication to protecting civilians.
- Yoni Netanyahu was killed during Israel’s 1976 Entebbe rescue operation, one of the most famous missions in Israeli military history.
- The article recalls Uganda’s past ties to Idi Amin, the role of the Organization of African Unity, and the current friendly relations between Uganda and Israel.
