Overview
- President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he directed “powerful and deadly” strikes against ISIS militants in northwest Nigeria, citing attacks on Christians.
- U.S. Africa Command said an operation in Sokoto State killed multiple ISIS fighters at Nigeria’s request as part of ongoing security cooperation.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly confirmed the bombings and signaled that additional operations are likely.
- Nigeria’s foreign ministry framed the action as precision strikes enabled by intelligence sharing and strategic coordination with the United States.
- The Pentagon released video showing a projectile launched from a warship, while officials have not provided target lists, casualty totals, or civilian impact assessments.