Joint US-Nigeria Operation Takes Out Senior ISIS Leader
US and Nigerian forces conducted a joint operation, resulting in the death of Abu Bakr al-Mainuki, a senior leader of the Islamic State in Nigeria. Al-Mainuki was a key figure in IS's global operations, and his elimination marks a significant counterterrorism victory in the region.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 16-05-2026 19:23 IST | Created: 16-05-2026 19:23 IST
In a significant development, US and Nigerian forces successfully eliminated a senior Islamic State leader in Nigeria, the US President announced.
The joint mission took down Abu Bakr al-Mainuki, a crucial figure in IS's global structure, in the Lake Chad Basin area.
This operation underscores the enhanced security partnership between the US and Nigeria, marking a critical win in counterterrorism efforts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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