Uruguayan Troops Return from Peacekeeping Mission in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Strategic Insights -

A contingent of 174 military personnel from the Congo arrived in Uruguay on August 29, 2025, marking the second batch of troops to return from a 19-month peacekeeping mission in the African country. The troops were greeted by the Minister of National Defense, Sandra Lazo, and the Commander-in-Chief of the Army, Mario Stevenazzi. This return completes the replacement of the original 750 troops, with two more flights expected to conclude the replacement process.

Key Takeaways:

  • The second contingent of Uruguayan troops to return from the Democratic Republic of the Congo arrived in Uruguay on August 29, 2025, with 174 personnel.
  • The troops underwent a mission-ending medical examination, clinical analysis, and a psychological talk before being released and reunited with their families.
  • The contingent's overall health status is reported to be good, with coordination for specialist treatment or hospitalization if necessary.
  • The troops were transferred directly to the 1st Infantry Brigade, General Eugenio Garzn, where they complied with health protocols and then returned to their units of origin.
  • The return completes the replacement of the original 750 troops, with two more flights expected.
  • Uruguayan troops have been deployed in the Congo for 19 months, with the second batch of 200 troops arriving in Uruguay on July 4.
  • The return of the troops comes after negotiations with the Government, with President Yamand Orsi issuing instructions for their return to the UN high command.

Statistics:

  • 174: Number of troops in the second contingent to return from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
  • 750: Original number of Uruguayan troops deployed in the Congo.
  • 19 months: Duration of the peacekeeping mission in the Congo.
  • 200: Number of troops in the first contingent to return with the second batch.
  • 4: Number of flights required to replace the original 750 troops.
  • 1st Infantry Brigade: The brigade where the troops were transferred to comply with health protocols.

Sources:

  • "Uruguay takes back first group of 200 troops from Congo," Contify.com, last Thursday.
  • "Uruguay takes back second group of 200 troops from Congo," Contify.com, August 29, 2025.