U.S President Donald Trump ignited global attention after posting a fiery Christmas-night message on Truth Social, announcing what he described as a decisive U.S. military strike against ISIS militants operating in Northwest Nigeria.
In his statement, Trump said the operation was carried out under his direct authority as Commander in Chief, targeting extremist fighters he accused of carrying out brutal and sustained attacks against innocent civilians—particularly Christians.
He portrayed the strike as a long-warned response to what he called an unprecedented wave of violence, framing the action as both retribution and a warning to terrorist groups operating beyond America’s borders.
Trump praised the U.S. military for executing what he termed “numerous perfect strikes,” asserting that such precision and force could only be delivered by the United States.
The language of the message was uncompromising, underscoring his long-held stance against radical Islamic terrorism and reinforcing his image as a leader willing to use overwhelming force to confront extremist threats.
Ending on a stark and symbolic note, Trump invoked faith, patriotism, and the season itself—offering blessings to the U.S. military while issuing a chilling warning that further attacks on Christians would be met with even harsher consequences.
The post, blending holiday greetings with hardline rhetoric, has already sparked intense debate, highlighting once again how Trump’s words and actions continue to reverberate far beyond America’s borders.
Nigerian Government Responds To The “Deadly and Powerful” ISIS Attack By Donald Trump
Nigeria has officially responded to the reported U.S. military strike in the northwest, confirming it was carried out within the framework of bilateral security cooperation and intelligence sharing with Washington.
In a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government highlighted ongoing collaboration with international partners including the U.S. to confront terrorism and violent extremism.
This cooperation enabled precision air strikes on terrorist targets in Northwest Nigeria, aimed at dismantling extremist networks destabilizing communities and threatening innocent lives.
The government stressed that the operation was not unilateral but conducted under established international practices and mutual agreements, involving intelligence sharing, strategic coordination, and support mechanisms consistent with international law, respect for Nigeria’s sovereignty, and shared security commitments.
Central to Nigeria’s response is the protection of civilian lives. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to national unity, dignity, and the rights of all citizens, emphasizing that terrorist attacks against any community oppose Nigeria’s values and threaten peace and security.
The statement also noted continued efforts to work with partners to disrupt terrorist networks, financing, and logistics, while strengthening Nigeria’s own security and intelligence capabilities for long-term stability.
Abuja pledged to maintain transparent engagement through official channels, keeping the public informed as counterterrorism efforts continue to protect vulnerable communities across the country.
