US withdraws most troops after anti-IS operation in Nigeria

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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 3, 2026 at 11:03 AM ET

WHERE: Nigeria

WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.

How this story developed (showing 2 of 2 earlier reports)

US withdrew forces from Nigeria after ISIS operation · Jul 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
US withdraws most forces from Nigeria after ISIS operation · Jul 3, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET

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