Another Sudan? Trump warns military action on Nigeria over Christian killings | Connecting The Dots

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A major diplomatic crisis has erupted between the United States and Nigeria after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened potential military action over what he called the “mass killing of Christians” by Islamist groups in Nigeria. Trump’s remarks, amplified by the White House, accused Nigeria of failing to protect its Christian population and warned of halting U.S. aid, prompting global backlash from Nigeria, the EU, and ECOWAS, all condemning the rhetoric as dangerous and unjustified. Nigerian officials, including Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar, strongly denied allegations of religious persecution, emphasizing that the nation’s constitution guarantees religious freedom and that violence in Nigeria affects all communities regardless of faith. Analysts argue that Trump’s claims rely on outdated intelligence and oversimplify deeply rooted conflicts driven by poverty, land disputes, and organized crime. While some Nigerians support Trump’s concern, most call for diplomacy, not intervention. As Washington labels Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” and considers sanctions, the standoff underscores rising global tensions, the politicization of religion in foreign policy, and Nigeria’s determination to defend its sovereignty and stability through dialogue, not force.

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