Trump says Islamic State ‘second in command’ killed by US and Nigerian forces

Theguardian | 16-05-2026 05:57pm |

US President Donald Trump announced that a joint operation by US and Nigerian forces resulted in the death of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as the "second in command" of the Islamic State. In a statement posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump described the mission as meticulously planned and complex, emphasizing the bravery of the American and Nigerian troops involved. He characterized al-Minuki as the "most active terrorist in the world," highlighting the significance of this operation in the ongoing fight against terrorism.

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