Washington – US President Donald Trump announced American forces conducted strong and deadly strikes. These strikes targeted ISIS in northwestern Nigeria. Trump vowed more strikes on Truth Social. He warned the US would continue action if violence persisted.
US Africa Command (AFRICOM) issued a statement on X. They said the strike was at Nigeria’s request. The operation killed several ISIS members. It occurred in Sokoto State, northwestern Nigeria. Nigeria’s Foreign Ministry confirmed precise US airstrikes.
These targeted “terrorist targets” in the northwest. The ministry noted ongoing security cooperation with Washington. This cooperation aims to confront armed groups.