Uganda Defiant As US Threatens Sanctions Over Contested Elections

Possible US sanctions against Uganda following alleged irregularities in January's elections and abuse by the security forces would be unfortunate, but are not worrying Ugandan authorities, the foreign minister has told RFI.

"It would be regrettable if they do sanctions, but first and foremost I think our elections were both free and fair, and peaceful," said Sam Kutesa.

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