Trump says US and Nigerian forces killed ISIS 'second in command' in Africa
L'essentiel
- Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that US and Nigerian forces killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as ISIS's global 'second in command', in an African operation.
- The Nigerian military has not yet confirmed the report.
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Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that US and Nigerian forces conducted a successful military operation in Africa, resulting in the death of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, whom he identified as the global 'second in command' of ISIS. Al-Minuki was reportedly responsible for directing IS-linked cells across Africa, particularly the Islamic State West Africa Province. The US president thanked Nigeria for its partnership in the mission.
US President Donald Trump says that American and Nigerian forces have killed the "second in command of ISIS globally" in a military operation in Africa.
Writing on Truth Social, Trump said the joint mission was "flawlessly executed... to eliminate the most active terrorist in the world", Abu-Bilal al-Minuki.
The Nigerian military has not yet commented on the raid. If confirmed, his killing could mark a significant setback for Islamic State group (IS) since the killing of its leader Abu Bakr al‑Baghdadi in 2019.
The BBC has contacted the US government and Nigerian authorities for comment.
Al-Minuki, also known as Abu Bakr ibn Muhammad ibn Ali al‑Mainuki, directed IS‑linked cells across Africa, particularly the Islamic State West Africa Province, which has entrenched itself in the Lake Chad Basin and Sahel, with cross‑border links into Niger, Chad, and Mali.
Trump's message did not provide further details of the operation or the timeline of the joint mission.
Trump describes his death as a major blow to IS's African and global networks, disrupting funding channels and command structures.
The US president thanked the Nigerian government for their "partnership", adding that Minuki "will no longer terrorize the people of Africa or help plan operations to target Americans".
Nigeria and the US have increased military cooperation as the country ramps up efforts to fight extremist violence.
Questions ouvertes
- Has the Nigerian military officially confirmed the operation and the death of al-Minuki?
- What specific details can be provided about the military operation itself?
- What is the exact timeline of the joint mission?
- What is the immediate impact on ISIS's operations in Africa and globally?
