Trump directs military to create action plans for Nigeria

US President Donald Trump has ordered military action plans against Nigeria to address Islamist militant violence, citing insufficient government efforts to protect Christians, amidst claims of genocide against them. However, monitoring groups assert that violence affects both Christians and Muslims equally. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu emphasized the nation’s commitment to religious tolerance and collaboration with the US. Trump has labeled Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” for religious freedom violations, threatening military intervention and aid cuts.

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