US and Nigeria eliminate ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in joint operation, Trump says
US and Nigerian forces have successfully eliminated ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in a coordinated operation. President Trump confirmed the news early Saturday, highlighting the significance of this achievement in the fight against terrorism. This operation marks a notable collaboration between the two nations in addressing global security threats.
- ▪US and Nigerian forces killed ISIS global deputy Abu-Bilal al-Minuki.
- ▪President Trump confirmed the operation on early Saturday.
- ▪The operation signifies a collaboration between the US and Nigeria in combating terrorism.
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US and Nigeria eliminate ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in joint operation, Trump saysUS and Nigerian forces killed ISIS global deputy Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in a joint operation, Trump confirmed on early Saturday.US President Donald Trump listens to reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 8, 2026.(photo credit: REUTERS/ELIZABETH FRANTZ)
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