Trump’s ISIS Claims in Nigeria Questioned by Presidential Adviser

A special adviser to the Nigerian president described the details of recent US airstrikes in Nigeria as “sketchy,” contradicting President Trump’s assertion that “ISIS terrorist scum” were targeted. The strikes, conducted on Christmas Day in cooperation with Nigeria’s government, raised concerns about who was hit, with speculation including Boko Haram and IS affiliates. Local residents expressed fear and uncertainty following the attacks, which were part of broader claims of religious persecution in Nigeria. Despite ongoing violence affecting both Christian and Muslim communities, data suggests attacks have been reported against mosques more frequently than churches.

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