Event Brief
US withdraws most troops after anti-IS operation in Nigeria
Filed: Jul 03, 2026 at 1:04 PM ET
Summary: The US pulled most forces deployed for an anti-IS operation in northeastern Nigeria, while continuing intelligence support at Abuja’s request.
WHO: United States
WHAT: Withdrew most forces deployed for an operation against Islamic State militants in northeastern Nigeria and continued intelligence support at Abuja’s request
WHEN: Jul 03, 2026 at 11:03 AM ET
WHERE: Nigeria
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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