Trump Says Islamic State 'Second in Command' Killed by US and Nigerian Forces Donald Trump's claim that Abu Bilal al Minuki, allegedly the "second in command" of the global ISIS leadership, was killed by US and Nigerian forces raises more questions than answers.
The operation's details suggest a complex web of interests at play.
US involvement in Nigeria is not new; Washington has deployed drones and 200 troops to provide training and intelligence support against Islamic State linked militants since December.