Two days ago, on Christmas Day (December 25), US forces surprised Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria with a wave of precision airstrikes 😲🎄. The Pentagon just dropped video footage showing missiles streaking across the sky before impact – like something straight out of an action movie!
President Donald Trump called the operation 'powerful and deadly', highlighting that US jets and drones targeted key IS camps. According to the video, each strike hit its mark, underscoring the US military's focus on accurate, high-tech warfare.
On Friday morning (December 26), Nigeria's foreign ministry confirmed the strikes, calling them 'precision hits on terrorist targets'. Officials said the operation aimed to dismantle IS's strongholds in the region and protect local communities from ongoing militant attacks.
For news enthusiasts and young pros tracking global security trends, this shows how the US continues to project power far beyond its borders – even during the holidays. 🌍✈️ For students and analysts, it's a reminder of the evolving fight against extremist groups in Africa. And for travelers, it's proof that even festive seasons don't stop the world's shifting security dynamics.
Stay tuned for more international updates as we ring in 2026! 🎆
Reference(s):
U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on IS targets in Nigeria
cgtn.com
