US Strikes ISIS in Nigeria; Trump Calls Terrorists 'Scum' Over Christian Killings

• US conducted airstrikes on ISIS bases in Nigeria, announced by President Donald Trump on Thursday (December 25).
• Trump labeled ISIS terrorists 'terrorist scum' for brutally killing Christians in the West African country.
• The President warned against radical Islamic terrorism flourishing and threatened more strikes if Christian persecution continues.
• US previously accused Nigerian government of persecuting Christians, threatening aid cuts and military intervention.
• Nigeria, designated a 'Country of Particular Concern' by the US, faces threats from ISIS and Boko Haram, targeting both Christians and Muslims.

Why It Matters: US launches airstrikes against ISIS in Nigeria, citing Christian persecution and vowing to combat terrorism.