President Trump announced on Truth Social that the US military launched 'powerful and deadly' airstrikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day, citing their 'viciously killing' of Christians and warning of further action.
President Trump announced Thursday on Truth Social that the United States military conducted 'powerful and deadly' airstrikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria. He stated these strikes were in response to the terrorists 'viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians, at levels not seen for many years, and even Centuries!' Trump had previously warned these groups that there would be 'hell to pay' if the slaughter of Christians continued, and declared that the 'Department of War' executed 'numerous perfect strikes.' The Pentagon confirmed coordination with the Nigerian government for these Christmas Day strikes. The announcement comes amidst ongoing violence in Nigeria by groups like Boko Haram and Islamic State of West Africa Province, and follows a recent mosque bombing. Trump had previously threatened to cut US aid and intervene if Nigeria didn't address the killings of Christians, with over 7,000 Christians reportedly massacred this year according to Intersociety. This action is part of a pattern of military strikes conducted by Trump's administration in various regions since he took office.
