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2 Ugandan opposition lawmakers' homes hit by grenade attacks

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Attackers lobbed explosive devices at the residences of two opposition lawmakers in assaults that the legislators said are related to their resistance to attempts to extend the long-time president's time in office.

 

No one was hurt in the blasts Monday night, but the lawmakers, Allan Ssewanyana and Robert Kyagulanyi, said Tuesday they believe their lives are in danger.

 

Tensions are rising in Uganda as opposition leaders try to mobilize support against legislation to remove a constitutional age limit that bars anyone over 75 from becoming president. Later Tuesday a lawmaker introduced the bill, which was sent to a committee that is expected to hold public hearings before the legislation is voted upon.

 

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