Breaking: In Joint Operation, US, Nigeria Forces Kill ISIS’ Second in Command, Says Trump

Thisdaylive | 16-05-2026 06:17pm |

President Donald Trump confirmed that a collaborative military operation between United States and Nigerian forces resulted in the death of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as the second-in-command of ISIS. The operation, which took place in an undisclosed location, was described by Trump as a significant achievement in the fight against terrorism. Further details regarding the specifics of the operation and its implications for ongoing counter-terrorism efforts have yet to be released.

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