Uganda has officially reversed its decision to withdraw from the Invictus Games, an international sporting event for wounded, injured, and sick service personnel founded by the Duke of Sussex. The reversal comes just days after General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and head of the country’s military, announced on social media that Uganda would not participate.

In his initial announcement, General Kainerugaba cited his respect for King Charles III and expressed disapproval of what he termed the “Harry-Meghan nonsense.” However, following a phone call with Buckingham Palace, the Ugandan military leadership changed course. A spokesperson for the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) confirmed that the country would now participate in the games after receiving reassurance from the King that there was “no problem” with Uganda’s involvement.

While the BBC focuses on the outcome of the phone call as the primary catalyst for the change in plans, The Guardian provides additional context regarding the specific motivations behind the initial withdrawal. The two outlets agree on the core facts: that the withdrawal was announced by General Kainerugaba, that it was linked to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and that the decision was overturned following direct communication with the British monarch.