In this episode, we break down the US strikes against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria, launched on Christmas Day in coordination with the Nigerian government. President Trump described the operation as a “powerful and deadly” attack targeting ISIS militants he accused of killing Christians — a claim at the center of international debate. 

We unpack how US Africa Command carried out the airstrikes in Sokoto state, the strategic cooperation with Nigerian authorities, and the broader counterterrorism context in West Africa.

This episode also explores why this intervention matters — from religious freedom debates and geopolitical signaling to the implications for ongoing efforts against jihadist networks like Boko Haram and IS‑linked groups.

Stay tuned as we examine reactions from officials, regional security analysts, and what this means for U.S. foreign policy. Listen till the end for expert insights on the future of counter‑extremism operations in Africa.

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