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November 19, 2025
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Museveni's ocean access claim: What international laws say

Museveni's ocean access claim: What international laws say

President Museveni warned of future wars between landlocked nations and their neighbours if they are denied access to the sea, in what was interpreted as a threat to Kenya...

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni's claim over Kenya's territorial waters in the Indian Ocean has ignited a debate among maritime analysts and citizens of both nations. His warning about potential future conflicts if landlocked countries are denied sea access is seen as a veiled threat to Kenya.

  • President Museveni made the claim during an official visit to Nairobi in July 2025, during which he met with President William Ruto.
  • The claim suggests that landlocked nations could resort to war if denied maritime access to the sea.
  • The dispute has sparked discussion and concern within both Uganda and Kenya regarding international maritime laws.

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