The United States Africa Command (US AFRICOM) has released footage from the military airstrike operation that reportedly eliminated senior ISIS leader Abu Bilal al-Minuki in northeast Nigeria.
The operation, carried out in collaboration with the Nigerian military, targeted what officials described as a major concentration of Islamic State fighters in the region.
AIRSTRIKE FOOTAGE RELEASED
The video footage was shared online following the confirmation of the operation by both U.S. and Nigerian authorities.
Security expert Brant Philip also referenced the development in a post shared on 𝕏, stating that the strike successfully targeted several high-value terrorist figures.
According to reports, the operation focused on ISIS-linked fighters operating within northeast Nigeria.
WHO WAS ABU BILAL AL-MINUKI?
Abu Bilal al-Minuki was identified as one of the most senior ISIS figures globally and was reportedly regarded as the second-in-command within the terrorist organization’s structure.
Intelligence reports linked him to:
- Coordination of extremist operations
- Strategic planning for ISIS affiliates
- Support for attacks across Africa and other regions
- Expansion of ISIS activities in West Africa
TRUMP CONFIRMS JOINT OPERATION
Former U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the operation in a statement posted on his Truth Social account.
According to him, the strike followed extensive intelligence gathering and strategic coordination between American and Nigerian forces.
Trump described al-Minuki as one of the most active ISIS figures involved in organizing attacks and supporting extremist activities targeting both Americans and African communities.
IMPACT OF THE OPERATION
Security analysts believe the elimination of al-Minuki could significantly weaken ISIS influence across Africa.
The operation is expected to:
- Disrupt terrorist coordination networks
- Reduce operational capabilities of ISIS affiliates
- Strengthen counter-terrorism efforts in West Africa and the Sahel region
NIGERIA–US SECURITY COLLABORATION
The strike also highlights ongoing military and intelligence cooperation between Nigeria and the United States in combating terrorism.
Both countries have continued to strengthen intelligence sharing and coordinated operations against extremist groups operating within the region.
The release of the airstrike footage has further drawn international attention to the joint counter-terrorism efforts targeting ISIS operations in Africa.
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