In a significant military operation, President Trump announced that U.S. and Nigerian forces have successfully killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the second-in-command of ISIS. The operation, described as complex, targeted al-Minuki in Africa, where he was reportedly hiding. Trump emphasized the strategic importance of this mission, stating that the elimination of such a high-ranking terrorist leader would diminish the capabilities of ISIS. The Nigerian president also expressed gratitude towards the U.S. for their collaboration in this successful operation.