US strikes ISIS positions in Nigeria at Abuja's request
The United States has conducted airstrikes against targets of the ISIS group in northwestern Nigeria. This was announced by US President Donald Trump, noting that the operation was aimed at militants involved in attacks on civilians, primarily Christian communities. It is reported by The Public with reference to DW.
The US Armed Forces Africa Command AFRICOM confirmed that the strikes were carried out in Sokoto State at the request of the Nigerian government. According to official reports, several ISIS militants were killed in the operation. The US military stressed that the actions are aimed at strengthening the joint fight against terrorism and reducing threats to civilians.
The Nigerian authorities reaffirmed their security cooperation with the United States and stated that all counter-terrorism measures are carried out with the priority of protecting civilians regardless of religion or ethnicity. The Nigerian Foreign Ministry emphasised that violence against any community is a challenge to national security and international stability.
According to the Nigerian side, as of November 2025, more than 13,500 militants were killed in the country, about 17,000 suspects were arrested, and more than 11,200 hostages, including women and children, were released. The United States has also previously stepped up intelligence and surveillance in the region and declared Nigeria a country of particular concern due to sectarian violence.
