US Strikes ISIS in Nigeria: Trump Cites Revenge for Christian Killings

• US military launched a powerful airstrike against ISIS terrorists in northwestern Nigeria on President Donald Trump's orders.
• Trump stated the attack was revenge for ISIS "viciously killing" Christians in Nigeria, specifically timed for Christmas.
• US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the action, noting cooperation from the Nigerian government, with a missile launched from a US ship.
• This follows a previous US strike against ISIS in Syria and implements Trump's prior warning of military action over attacks on Christians.
• Nigeria faces poor security, religious extremism, and conflicts, with ISIS targeting both Christian and Muslim communities.

Why It Matters: US strikes ISIS in Nigeria, ordered by Trump, as revenge for attacks on Christians.