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flag Trump says U.S. may launch more Nigeria strikes if Christian killings continue, following a December airstrike.

flag President Donald Trump said the U.S. could conduct more military strikes in Nigeria if Christians continue to be killed, according to a January 8, 2026, New York Times report. flag His comments followed a December 25 U.S. airstrike in northwest Nigeria targeting Islamic State militants at Nigeria’s request. flag The Nigerian government called the operation a joint counterterrorism effort, denied systematic persecution of Christians, and noted that militants also kill Muslims. flag Trump expressed concern over violence against Christians, citing an alleged existential threat to Christianity in Nigeria, though his Africa adviser acknowledged greater Muslim casualties. flag No details on future strikes were provided.

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