Rebels of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) attacked the western town of Bundibugyo on Monday night, humanitarian sources told IRIN on Tuesday. The attack was launched from many sides of the town after it was surrounded by the ADF.
The target appeared to be a hotel where military and government officials as well as relief workers normally stay. Reports from the area indicate that the army has the situation under control. Aid agencies estimate between 50,000-70,000 people are displaced in Bundibugyo.
Monday's edition of the 'New Vision' daily quoted a senior military official as saying the army had launched a new surveillance network to wipe out the ADF rebels. The Second Division intelligence officer, Major Fred Mugisha, said the rebels were now operating in small groups of four to six men in the Kasese, Kabarole and Bundibugyo districts.
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