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US deepens security alliance with Nigeria

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US supports Nigeria with weapons

The United States has delivered a shipment of critical military supplies to Nigerian forces, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral defense cooperation. This move, announced by the US Africa Command, aims to support Nigeria’s ongoing security operations amid a severe and complex national crisis. The delivery occurs amid heightened international tension, with some US officials claiming that the West African nation’s security issues disproportionately affect Christian communities. Nigeria’s government firmly rejects these claims, arguing that insecurity affects all faiths and stems from socio-economic and criminal factors. The delivery also builds on recent joint counterterrorism efforts, including US airstrikes on militant camps in the country, underscoring Washington’s growing involvement in Nigeria’s security challenges.

Anadolu Ajansi

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