US launches 'powerful strikes' against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump - BBC

US Conducts Airstrikes Against Islamic State Targets in Nigeria

The United States has carried out airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) targets in Nigeria’s northwest region, according to a statement from President Donald Trump. The strikes were reportedly aimed at targeting ISIS militants.

According to reports, the US military conducted multiple airstrikes in the region, which is considered a stronghold for the terrorist group. The exact number of airstrikes and the location of the targeted sites are not specified.

The strikes come after Trump warned of potential attacks on Christians by ISIS in Nigeria. The US has been working closely with Nigerian authorities to combat the threat posed by the terrorist group.

Details about the airstrikes, including the extent of damage caused and any casualties reported, are not yet available. However, officials have confirmed that the operation was carried out under the authority of the US military’s counter-terrorism mission in Africa.

The strikes are part of a broader effort by the US to combat ISIS’s presence in West Africa. The group has been active in the region for several years, carrying out attacks on civilians and security forces.

The Nigerian government has confirmed that the country was targeted by the US airstrikes, which were aimed at disrupting ISIS operations in the area.

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