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In a significant development in the fight against terrorism, US President Donald Trump announced that a joint operation by American and Nigerian forces resulted in the death of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the deputy leader of the Islamic State. The announcement, made through Trump’s Truth Social platform, described the mission as meticulously planned and executed, aiming to dismantle a prominent figure in global terrorism.
Targeting Terrorism
During his address, Trump referred to al-Minuki as “the most active terrorist in the world,” highlighting the critical nature of the operation. He stated that the mission was launched at his direction and underscored the importance of intelligence in locating the fugitive. “He thought he could hide in Africa,” Trump asserted, “but we had sources who kept us informed on what he was doing.”
Al-Minuki, a Nigerian national, had been under US sanctions since 2023 due to his affiliations with ISIS. The US State Department had previously
