Trump: ISIS No.2 Abu-Bilal al-Minuki Killed in US-Nigeria Raid
Trump: ISIS No.2 Abu-Bilal al-Minuki Killed in US-Nigeria Raid
President Trump says Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, ISIS's global second-in-command, was killed in a joint US-Nigerian operation, signaling a major blow to ISIS.
President Trump announced that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as ISIS's global second-in-command and one of the group's most active operatives, was killed in a joint US-Nigerian operation. The mission, carried out in Africa and directed by US authorities, was described as complex and decisive in the fight against ISIS's leadership network.
The operation targeted a high-value ISIS node believed to be planning attacks on Americans and destabilizing the region. Officials say the elimination of al-Minuki significantly weakens the group's global network and disrupts ongoing terrorist plots.
Trump framed the raid as a major victory in the war against ISIS, stressing that the operation required careful planning and coordination with Nigerian partners. He cautioned that the fight against extremism would continue, noting that others in the organization remain active and dangerous.
Security advisers emphasized that information derived from the operation will be integrated into ongoing counterterrorism efforts across the region. The international community has welcomed the development, while experts urge continued vigilance as remnants of ISIS adapt to emerging threats.
