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U.S. launches strikes against ISIS militants in Nigeria

The United States launched a series of strikes targeting Islamic State militants in Nigeria, after Trump accused the group of attacking and persecuting Christians.

For more context, we hear from NPR’s Emmanuel Akinwotu.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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