The LRA, which originated in Uganda 20 years ago, has recently mounted deadly attacks in all four countries... The spokesman said the rebels reportedly abducted young girls, looted property and set shops on fire. He added that the LRA had already carried out more than 240 deadly attacks this year, killing at least 344 people... Ministers from the four countries affected by LRA attacks decided to establish the joint brigade - which would be backed by the AU - to go after the rebels. They said they would also set up a joint operations centre, which would facilitate the exchange...