Nigerian Soldier Shares Plan Against ISIS in Sokoto Following US Airstrikes, Flaunts Military Gear

Following US President Donald Trump’s missile strikes on ISIS camps in Sokoto State, a Nigerian soldier inspired by the operation has vowed to support local communities and back Nigerian troops. The soldier displayed his military kits in a viral social media post, emphasizing his commitment to protect civilians, combat terrorism, and ensure that extremists have no hiding place. His message resonated online, drawing cheers and reactions from followers who praised his readiness to restore peace in Nigeria’s northwest.

US and Nigeria Carry Out Joint Missile Strikes on Islamist Militants in Sokoto State on Christmas Day

On December 25, 2025, the United States and Nigeria conducted precision missile strikes targeting Islamist militants in Sokoto State. Ordered by US President Donald Trump and approved by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, the operation focused on ISIS-linked positions, aiming to degrade the group’s operational capabilities. The attacks underscore the complex terrorism landscape in north-west Nigeria, where fragmented militant groups, including Lakurawa fighters with shifting jihadi allegiances, have threatened civilians for years. Initially invited by local communities to combat banditry, groups like Lakurawa later turned violent, imposing radical practices and attacking both civilians and security forces. The strikes prompted suspected terrorists to relocate, though insecurity continues to affect Sokoto residents of all faiths.

Terrorists Relocate in Northern Nigeria After US Airstrikes, New Hideouts Reportedly Uncovered

Following US missile strikes on Christmas Day targeting Islamic State hideouts in northwestern Nigeria, suspected terrorists have reportedly begun relocating to evade surveillance. Community leaders and security sources in Sokoto State observed small-scale movements of armed groups toward remote forests and border areas. While the strikes caused property damage and some injuries, no fatalities were reported. The Sokoto State government and security agencies are intensifying patrols and joint operations to prevent infiltration into safer communities. In Benue State, traditional leaders noted an influx of armed herders fleeing from the north, raising security concerns. President Trump’s airstrikes were praised by local leaders for disrupting terrorist operations, with calls for expanded operations in other northern states.

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Sokoto Bombing: Senator Ali Ndume Urges FG to Extend US Missile Strikes to Boko Haram, ISWAP Strongholds in North-East

Borno South Senator and former Senate Leader, Ali Ndume, has called on the Nigerian government to expand its ongoing joint military operations with the United States beyond Sokoto to the North-East region. Ndume made the call while reacting to the recent US airstrike in Tangaza LGA of Sokoto State, which targeted ISIS-linked militants. According to him, extending the collaboration to areas such as Lake Chad, the Sambisa Forest, and the Mandara Mountains would significantly weaken Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgents. He also advocated deeper intelligence sharing, logistical support, and deployment of attack helicopters to assist Nigerian troops. Ndume commended President Bola Tinubu for increased defence spending in the 2026 budget, while urging transparency in its execution, and expressed condolences to victims of the recent mosque bombing in Maiduguri.

Nigerian Man Refutes Claims That Trump’s Missile Missed ISIS Targets in Sokoto, Says Images Withheld

A Nigerian man has addressed viral claims that a recent U.S. missile strike on ISIS-linked militants in Sokoto, northwest Nigeria, targeted empty land. Identified on X as @ndubuixi, he rejected speculations, emphasizing that such military operations rely on precise intelligence and planning. He further claimed that local authorities in the North chose not to share images of the destruction caused to the terrorists. His comments sparked reactions from Nigerians debating the credibility of the strike and its impact, amid ongoing discussions about U.S. involvement in counterterrorism operations in Nigeria.

US Reportedly Revokes Visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro Over Pro-Palestinian Protest Remarks

The United States has revoked the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro following remarks he made during a pro-Palestinian protest in New York on Friday.

In a post on X, the US State Department said Petro’s “reckless and incendiary actions” prompted the decision. Addressing demonstrators outside the UN headquarters in Manhattan, Petro called for the creation of a global armed force to liberate Palestinians, saying it “must be stronger than the United States.”

He went further by urging American soldiers to defy President Donald Trump’s orders: “Do not point your guns at people. Disobey Trump’s orders. Obey the orders of humanity,” he declared in Spanish.

It was unclear if Petro remained in New York afterward, as his office and Colombia’s foreign ministry did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

The Trump administration has tightened its stance on pro-Palestinian voices even as countries such as France, Britain, Australia, and Canada have formally recognized a Palestinian state, moves that have strained relations with Israel and Washington.

Petro, Colombia’s first leftist president and a strong critic of Israel’s war in Gaza, had earlier accused Trump of being “complicit in genocide” during his UN General Assembly address. He also called for criminal proceedings against the US over missile strikes on boats suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean.

Trump Distances Himself From Russia-Ukraine War, Blames Biden

U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war is “Biden’s war,” not his, as he seeks to distance his administration from the costly and deadly conflict.

In a Friday post on Truth Social, Trump said he is focused solely on trying to end the war, calling it “unnecessary” and decrying the death toll. He claimed Russia lost 112,500 soldiers this year alone, with nearly 20,000 killed in July. Ukraine, he said, lost approximately 8,000 troops since January 1, not including the missing.

“This is a war that should have never happened — This is Biden’s War, not TRUMP’s,” he wrote, adding, “I’m just here to see if I can stop it!”

The remarks follow deadly missile strikes on Kyiv and other cities that left at least 31 civilians dead and 159 injured, intensifying regional tensions.

In a separate escalation, Trump ordered two U.S. nuclear submarines to be repositioned in response to provocative remarks from former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, who mocked Trump’s criticism of Russia and defended Moscow’s military actions.

Trump described Medvedev’s statements as “highly provocative” and warned of the dangers of inflammatory rhetoric, stating, “Words can lead to unintended consequences.”

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Trump Maintains Iran Nuclear Sites Were “Obliterated” Despite Reports Some Survived

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has insisted that American airstrikes "completely destroyed" Iran’s nuclear sites, dismissing reports suggesting that some facilities largely survived the June 22 attack.

Taking to Truth Social on Saturday, Trump reiterated that “all three nuclear sites in Iran were completely destroyed and/or OBLITERATED,” claiming it would take Iran years to rebuild. “If Iran wanted to do so, they would be much better off starting anew, in three different locations,” he added.

The coordinated U.S. missile strikes — alongside an Israeli campaign — targeted nuclear facilities in Fordo, Isfahan, and Natanz. The attacks were framed by Washington as a decisive blow against Iran’s alleged nuclear weapons ambitions.

However, a recent NBC News report citing military damage assessments suggests a less conclusive outcome. According to five current and former U.S. officials, only one of the three sites was mostly destroyed, while the others could potentially resume uranium enrichment within months.

The report also revealed that the Pentagon had proposed a longer, more extensive bombing campaign, but Trump allegedly opted for a single-night strike to avoid high casualties and deeper involvement in the conflict.

Iran continues to insist its nuclear program is solely for peaceful, civilian purposes. #Donald Trump

You Can Keep Hiding in Bunkers in Tel Aviv—For as Long as Necessary, We Will Continue to Strike"Iran.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused Israeli officials of hiding in Tel Aviv bunkers amid rising tensions in a statement that was disseminated by Al Jazeera. Additionally, he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "war criminal" who is obstructing diplomatic talks with war.

Araghchi claimed in a post on Telegram that Iran is launching military strikes to defend its citizens while Israel's leadership is in hiding. Israeli cities like Tel Aviv have been the target of missile strikes as the attacks have gotten more severe. Recently, at least two people were killed when a missile struck a residential tower in Petah Tikva, causing it to explode inside a bunker.

The security of Israeli bunkers, which have long been thought to be reliable, is now seriously questioned in light of this incident. According to a survey conducted by Israel Hayom, nearly 40% of Tel Aviv residents reside in homes without shelters that meet current safety standards.

Many older buildings lack adequate protective spaces, and some residents have reportedly been refused access to shelters that are already full.

The Iranian military has warned that no bunker in Israel is safe and has ordered the evacuation of Israel's civilian population. This has caused a great deal of concern and criticism in Israeli society. Although bomb shelter construction has been required by Israeli law since 1951, the current missile threat is highlighting serious flaws in the system.

According to Araghchi, a phone call from the US could put a stop to Netanyahu's actions and reopen diplomatic talks. He emphasised that Iran will continue to defend itself completely if necessary, even though the country is not eager for more violence.

Iranian Ballistic Missile Strikes on IDF Bases

Satellite imagery indicates Iranian forces launched ballistic missiles targeting five IDF bases, including intelligence and air-defense installations. Israel reportedly saw a reduction in interceptions this time .

IRAN RETALIATES BY HITTING ISRAEL AFTER U.S STRIKES

Iran has carried out a barrage of missile attacks against Israel, hours after the United States attacked key Iranian nuclear sites.

Loud explosions were heard in coastal hub Tel Aviv and Jerusalem on Sunday shortly after the Israeli military reported incoming Iranian missiles and activated air defences.

Sirens rang in Israeli cities, with rescue services and media reports saying at least 20 people were injured.

Israeli police reported “the fall of weapon fragments” in an area near the northern port of Haifa, where local authorities said emergency services were heading to an “accident site”.

Tel Aviv, Haifa, and the southern city of Beersheba have been the three Israeli areas targeted by Iran frequently.

Reporting on missile strikes is subject to strict military censorship rules in Israel, where at least 50 impacts have been officially acknowledged nationwide and 25 people have been killed since the war started on June 13, according to official figures.

Iran has warned of “everlasting consequences” after President Donald Trump claimed the US attacks “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear facilities at Isfahan, Fordow and Natanz.

Meanwhile, Iran’s National Nuclear Safety System Centre and the United Nations nuclear watchdog, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), say there has been no increase in radiation levels following the US strikes.

Iran’s FM arrives in Istanbul for Arab League meeting.

Iran’s foreign minister arrived in Istanbul on Saturday, Tasnim news agency reported, for a meeting with Arab League diplomats to discuss Tehran’s escalating conflict with Israel.

Around 40 diplomats are slated to join the weekend gathering of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, as Israel and Iran continue to exchange missile strikes.

The Foreign Minister arrived in Istanbul this morning to participate in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ meeting.

Israel minister says Iran leader ‘can no longer be allowed to exist’.

Israel’s defence minister warned that Iran’s supreme leader “can no longer be allowed to exist” after a hospital was hit in an Iranian missile strike on Thursday, spiking tensions in the week-old war.

As President Donald Trump dangled the prospect of US involvement, Soroka Hospital in the southern city of Beersheba was left in flames by a bombardment that Iran said targeted a military and intelligence base.