As persecution against Believers continues in Nigeria, President Trump announced a US strike on forces of the Islamic State group in the nation on Christmas.

From CBN:

In a Christmas evening post on his social media site [last] Thursday, Trump did not provide details or mention the extent of the damage caused by the strikes in the northwestern state of Sokoto.

A Defense Department official, who insisted on anonymity to discuss details not made public, said the US worked with Nigeria to carry out the strikes and that they'd been approved by Abuja.

Nigeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the cooperation included exchange of intelligence and strategic coordination in ways "consistent with international law, mutual respect for sovereignty and shared commitments to regional and global security."

According to CBN, Nigeria is currently fighting multiple armed groups. The nation is dealing with a group known as the Islamic State West Africa Province in the northeast and the Lakurawa group in the northwest. Both groups are reportedly tied to ISIS.

President Trump said that the strikes were launched against militants "who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians." This is part of a larger push against Christian persecution in the state, as the President reportedly ordered the Pentagon last month to plan for military action in Nigeria to address this oppression.

Nigeria notably worked with the US to carry out the attack. The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs was also quick to condemn the persecution taking place within the nation's borders, stating "Terrorist violence in any form, whether directed at Christians, Muslims or other communities, remains an affront to Nigeria's values and to international peace and security."

As Christians continue to face terror and persecution in Nigeria, let's pray. Let's pray for the protection of all Believers, and let's ask God to guide our military as it works to curb the influence and power of the Islamic State. Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

To receive daily emails from Breaking Christian News to your inbox CLICK HERE

Report: Parents Remain Essential to Instilling Authentic Faith in Next Generation

Who Is Counseling Our Children?

Supreme Court Vacates Biden-Era Decision Outlawing Gas Stoves, Water Heaters

California Election: Our Republic in the Balance

Belfast Burns as Protests Turn Violent after Sudanese Migrant's Brutal Knife Attack Leaves Man Partially Blind

Texas Teen Gets 35 Years in Fatal Track Meet Stabbing

House Democrats Join Republicans to Defeat Lebanon War Powers Resolution, in Surprisingly Bipartisan Response

US Retaliates with Strikes on Iran after Regime Downs US Helicopter; Future of Ceasefire Uncertain

'I Still Have a Dream' – MLK Jr.'s Niece Rejects SPLC's Hate-Mongering in Powerhouse Testimony

Michigan Town Bans Church From Holding Worship Services: Lawsuit

Cleveland Clinic to Provide $2M for Detransition Care, Won't Perform Sex-Change Procedures for Minors

'Not Above the Law': VP Vance Refers New Fraud Allegations against Tim Walz to DOJ

Confirmed: Gov Tim Walz, AG Keith Ellison Knew for 6 YEARS of Rampant MN Fraud But Said Nothing in Order to 'Keep Somali Votes'

Republican Candidate Steve Hilton Advances in California Governor's Primary Race

Rick Scott: Late LA Mayor Race Results Prove SAVE America is Necessary

Socialist Raman Defeats Spencer Pratt in LA Mayor Race with Last-Minute Vote Surge

The US Will 'Respond' to Iran Downing Army Chopper; Ceasefire in Question

Who Are the 13 Patriots Honored in Freedom Plaza?

The Left Couldn't Pause the Politics for One Lousy Day for 'The Great American State Fair'

One Player Refuses to Wear 'Pride' Hat During LA Dodgers' LGBT Night