Trump says 'most active terrorist in the world' killed in US-Nigerian operation

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May 16, 2026 · 6:45 AM UTC ·2 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 42 views

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US President Donald Trump announced the successful elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the Islamic State's second in command, in a joint operation with Nigerian forces. Trump described the mission as meticulously planned and emphasized its significance in combating terrorism in Africa. He expressed gratitude to the Nigerian government for their cooperation in the operation.

Key facts

▪Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was described by Trump as 'the most active terrorist in the world'.
▪The operation was a joint effort between US and Nigerian forces.
▪Al-Minuki had been a commander for the Islamic State in western Africa since 2018.

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16 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 16 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 7 lean left, 4 centre, 3 right.

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▪ Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in joint US-Nigerian mission — Korea Times
▪ US, Nigerian forces kill ‘most active terrorist in the world’ who targeted Christians — LifeSiteNews
▪ Trump Announces Overnight Operation Killing Top ISIS Leader — Dailycaller
▪ Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission — France 24 (EN)
▪ US and Nigeria kill ISIS leader who terrorized Christians in Africa, Trump says — Washington Examiner
▪ Trump says joint US-Nigeria raid killed top ISIS commander — The Hill
▪ Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission - AP News — Google News
▪ Trump says U.S. kills Islamic State leader in Nigeria — CBS News — Top
▪ Senior ISIS commander killed by U.S. and Nigerian forces, Trump says — Washington Post — World
▪ IS leader killed in joint US-Nigerian mission, Trump says — Le Monde (EN)
▪ Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint U.S.-Nigerian mission — NPR — News
▪ Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission — ABC News — Top

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