US Airstrike Targets ISIS in Nigeria

U.S. Launches Airstrike in Nigeria Against ISIS Militants, Amidst ControversyThe United States conducted an airstrike in northwest Nigeria, targeting Islamic State militants, at the request of the Nigerian government. President Trump announced the operation on Christmas Day, citing the groups brutal attacks on Christians. However, Nigerias government disputes the U.S. claims, stating that armed groups target both Muslims and Christians. The U.S. has been running intelligence flights over Nigeria since late November, and the two countries have agreed to strengthen forces against militants.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.