The operation against ISIS was confirmed by Trump on social media. He noted that he had previously warned the militants about the consequences of their actions related to attacks on the Christian population. "Tonight they learned that they will have to pay a high price," he wrote on the Truth Social platform.
According to the president, the US under his leadership will continue the fight against radical Islamic terrorism. He also wished everyone a Merry Christmas, including "dead terrorists," and warned that their numbers would increase if attacks on Christians do not cease.
Just over a month ago, Trump instructed the Pentagon to develop a strategy against Islamists in Nigeria, stating that the United States is ready to deploy troops for the complete destruction of terrorists committing barbaric crimes against Christians.
Religious conflicts between Muslims and Christians in Nigeria have a long history, dating back to the 1950s. The most notorious extremist group is Boko Haram, which regularly attacks Christian churches and police stations in an attempt to create an Islamic state in the northern part of the country.
