US Airstrikes on ISIS in Nigeria What You Need to Know NOW

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:33:24 +0000

The United States military has confirmed that it carried out airstrikes against ISIS-linked militants in northwestern Nigeria on Christmas Day, marking a major development in America’s counterterrorism operations in Africa.

According to U.S. officials and statements from the White House, the strikes targeted extremist camps and positions linked to the Islamic State. The operation was conducted in coordination with Nigerian authorities and followed intelligence assessments that militants were responsible for deadly attacks on civilians in the region.

U.S. Africa Command confirmed that the operation resulted in the deaths of multiple ISIS-affiliated fighters, while Nigerian officials acknowledged cooperation with international partners to combat terrorism. The strikes reportedly took place in Sokoto State, an area that has recently seen increased militant activity.

This video breaks down what happened, where the strikes occurred, why the United States intervened, and what this means for Nigeria, U.S. foreign policy, and regional security moving forward.

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