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U.S. and Nigerian Forces Execute Mission to Eliminate ISIS Leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki

U.S. and Nigerian Forces Execute Mission to Eliminate ISIS Leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki

President Trump announced that U.S. and Nigerian forces have successfully executed a mission to eliminate Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a senior ISIS leader. The operation, which took place in the Lake Chad Basin, was meticulously planned and resulted in the deaths of al-Minuki and several of his lieutenants. Al-Minuki was considered the second-in-command of ISIS globally and was involved in planning attacks against Americans. The Nigerian President confirmed the operation, which is part of ongoing efforts to combat ISIS's presence in Africa.

US and Nigeria Conduct Joint Operation to Eliminate ISIS Leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki

US and Nigeria Conduct Joint Operation to Eliminate ISIS Leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki

President Trump announced that a joint operation by US and Nigerian forces successfully eliminated Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the second in command of ISIS globally. The operation was described as meticulously planned and complex, targeting al-Minuki who was hiding in Africa. Trump did not disclose the exact location of the operation but emphasized the strategic intelligence that led to the successful mission. Al-Minuki, a Nigerian national, had been designated as a 'specially designated global terrorist' by the former Biden administration in 2023. The operation reflects ongoing US efforts to combat ISIS and other terrorist groups in West Africa, with the US providing training and intelligence support to Nigerian forces.

Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed by US and Nigerian forces

Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed by US and Nigerian forces

May 15 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, second in command of ISIS globally, was killed in an operation conducted by U.S. and Nigerian forces.

U.S. and Nigerian Forces Kill Senior Islamic State Leader in Joint Operation

U.S. and Nigerian Forces Kill Senior Islamic State Leader in Joint Operation

A joint operation by U.S. and Nigerian forces has resulted in the death of Abu Bakr al-Mainuki, a senior leader of the Islamic State group in Nigeria. President Trump announced the successful mission, which took place in the Lake Chad Basin, a known stronghold for militant groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP. The operation is part of a new security partnership between the U.S. and Nigeria, initiated after concerns about targeted violence against Christians in Nigeria. The mission was described as a 'highly complex precision air-land operation' and marks a significant counterterrorism achievement in the region.

President Trump Announces Joint U.S.-Nigeria Operation Kills Senior Islamic State Leader

President Trump Announces Joint U.S.-Nigeria Operation Kills Senior Islamic State Leader

President Trump announced that a joint operation between U.S. and Nigerian forces successfully targeted and killed Abu Bakr al-Mainuki, a top leader of the Islamic State group in Nigeria. The operation took place in the Lake Chad Basin, a region known for its insurgency activities by Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Al-Mainuki, designated as a global terrorist by the U.S. Department of State, was a key figure in ISWAP's operations, handling media, finances, and weapons development. This mission marks a significant step in U.S.-Nigeria military cooperation, which had been strained in recent years.

Joint US-Nigeria Operation Eliminates Top Islamic State Leader in Nigeria

Joint US-Nigeria Operation Eliminates Top Islamic State Leader in Nigeria

A joint operation by U.S. and Nigerian forces has resulted in the death of Abu Bakr al-Mainuki, a senior leader of the Islamic State group in Nigeria. President Donald Trump announced the successful mission, which targeted al-Mainuki in the Lake Chad Basin, a known stronghold for Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Al-Mainuki, born in Nigeria's Borno state, was a key figure in ISWAP, involved in media operations, finances, and weapons development. The operation marks a significant step in the recently strengthened military partnership between the U.S. and Nigeria, aimed at combating extremist violence in the region.

What to know about joint US-Nigeria operation that killed a senior militant leader

What to know about joint US-Nigeria operation that killed a senior militant leader

President Donald Trump says a joint U.S. and Nigerian operation has killed a top Islamic State leader in Nigeria

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there

Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission

Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission

President Donald Trump says U.S. and Nigerian forces carried out a mission Friday night to kill a leader of the Islamic State group

President Trump's USAID Cuts Linked to Increased Violence in Africa, Study Finds

President Trump's USAID Cuts Linked to Increased Violence in Africa, Study Finds

A study has found that the abrupt dissolution of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) by President Trump has been followed by a significant increase in violence in several African countries. USAID had been a major global aid donor, providing crucial support to regions affected by conflict and violence. The Trump administration's decision to eliminate over 90% of foreign aid contracts resulted in a $60 billion funding cut. The study, published in the Science journal, indicates that the sudden withdrawal of USAID resources led to increased conflict in Africa's most USAID-dependent regions. Researchers from various universities in Europe and the U.S. noted that while the study does not prove that more aid reduces conflict, it highlights the destabilizing effect of sudden aid cuts.

Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days as Washington talks conclude

Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days as Washington talks conclude

By Simon Lewis WASHINGTON, May 15 (Reuters) - Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 45-day extension of a ceasefire that has tamped down the conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, as two days of talks facilitated by Washington concluded on Friday with an agreement to hold

Pentagon Chief Reverses Stance, Supports Acquisition of Boeing E-7 Wedgetail for US Air Force

Pentagon Chief Reverses Stance, Supports Acquisition of Boeing E-7 Wedgetail for US Air Force

In a significant policy reversal, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced support for the acquisition of the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail, an airborne early warning and control aircraft, for the U.S. Air Force. This decision marks a departure from previous positions held by both Hegseth and the USAF's civilian secretary, who had argued against the E-7, citing vulnerabilities in modern combat. The Trump Administration now plans to request additional funds to advance the E-7 program, which has already seen the development of two prototype aircraft. This move comes as the U.S. seeks to replace its aging fleet of E-3 Sentry aircraft, which have been deemed increasingly vulnerable.