Topic: Entebbe

2 chapters across the catalog

Numbers Station
Episode 1575 58:33 - 1:02:09

1575: Numbers Station

International Arms Dealing, C-130 Aircraft Sales to Uganda

A legal representative for an international arms dealer describes the process of selling C-130 aircraft from the U.S. government to private dealers in Uganda. The aircraft are reportedly purchased by the United Nations or eventually diverted to Ukraine. The discussion highlights the complex logistics of global weapons transfers involving African intermediaries.

The Weed Mobile
Episode 632 1:46:56 - 1:51:40

632: The Weed Mobile

DHS Aviation Security, Entebbe Airport Threat

The Department of Homeland Security implemented enhanced security measures at international airports following warnings of new non-metallic bombs developed by al-Qaeda affiliates. A specific threat against Entebbe International Airport in Uganda was reported by the U.S. Embassy, though no incident occurred. The heightened security alerts are viewed skeptically as a potential cover for increasing passenger security fees.