Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:47am on 26 Dec 2025,Friday International
The United States conducted powerful airstrikes on Islamic State (ISIS/Daesh) militants in northwest Nigeria on December 25, 2025, targeting fighters accused of killing Christians in the region, US President Donald Trump announced on social media. The strikes, which he described as “powerful and deadly,” were carried out at the request of Nigerian authorities and reportedly killed multiple ISIS militants, according to the US Africa Command. Trump framed the action as retaliation against extremist violence and warned of more military action if attacks continued. Nigeria’s government emphasized ongoing cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts amid its complex security challenges.
