Uganda Honors Israel's Entebbe Hero

Uganda has unveiled a bronze statue of Yonatan Netanyahu, the elder brother of Israel’s prime minister and the sole Israeli soldier killed during the daring 1976 Entebbe raid. The monument stands in Kampala’s central park, commemorating Netanyahu’s leadership in the operation that rescued more than 100 hostages from a hijacked Air France flight. By honouring a foreign hero, Uganda signals its respect for the historic anti‑terrorism effort and reinforces diplomatic ties with Israel. The ceremony, attended by Ugandan officials and Israeli diplomats, highlighted the legacy of bravery, sacrifice and international cooperation that the Entebbe mission represents. The statue, unveiled by President Yoweri Museveni, also serves as a reminder of Uganda’s own role in the operation, when its air force provided crucial support.

The statue boosts public awareness of the Entebbe raid’s legacy and deepens Israel‑Uganda diplomatic cooperation, offering a tangible reminder of shared security values.

Beyond commemoration, the monument signals Uganda’s willingness to honour foreign heroes, reinforcing a narrative of anti‑terrorism solidarity. It underscores the lasting impact of the Entebbe raid on global counter‑terrorism doctrine and cements a diplomatic bridge that could translate into future security collaborations between Kampala and Jerusalem for both nations and the wider African region.