Trump says ISIL second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed
Summary
Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, believed to be the second-in-command of ISIL globally, was killed in a joint operation by U.S. and Nigerian forces, President Donald Trump announced. The operation aimed to weaken ISIL’s global activities and was carried out with help from intelligence sources in Africa.Key Facts
- Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was an important leader in ISIL and part of its global management group.
- The U.S. and Nigerian military forces worked together to carry out the mission that killed him.
- President Trump thanked Nigeria for its cooperation in the operation.
- Al-Minuki had been under U.S. sanctions since 2023 due to his terrorist links.
- The U.S. described him as a senior leader based in the Sahel region of Africa.
- President Trump said removing al-Minuki weakens ISIL’s global operations.
- The U.S. deployed hundreds of troops to Nigeria to provide support but they do not take part in combat.
- Nigeria denies accusations that it only protects one community from attacks, saying violence affects multiple groups.
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