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US and Nigerian Forces Kill Senior Islamic State Figure in Northeast Nigeria

President Donald Trump announced on May 16, 2026, that Abubakar Mainok, also known as Abu-Bilal al-Mainuki or Abu Bilal al-Minouki, was killed in a joint operation. Mainok, specially designated a global terrorist in 2023, was described as one of the most active ISIS operatives. T…

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