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Nigeria provided intelligence for US strikes on Islamic State militants, says foreign minister

Nigeria's Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar confirmed that the country provided intelligence to the United States, leading to precision airstrikes on Islamic State militants in north-west Nigeria on Christmas night. The Nigerian government emphasized its ongoing structured security cooperation with the U. S. to combat terrorism effectively.

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Credit: Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.

Key Highlights

  • Nigeria shared intelligence with the U. S. prior to airstrikes on ISIS.
  • Strikes targeted ISIS militants responsible for attacks on Christians.
  • Collaboration between Nigeria and the U. S. includes strategic coordination.
  • Airstrikes were carried out on Christmas night as announced by President Trump.
  • Nigerian officials highlighted the importance of international security partnerships.
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Sources

  1. Nigeria says it shared intelligence to support US strikes on ISIS
  2. Nigeria provided intelligence for US strikes on Islamic State militants, says foreign minister

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