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Nigeria: Who was the targeted Islamic State group leader & why was he targeted by the US?
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Who was the killed IS leader? © France 24 06:17 Nigeria: Who was the targeted Islamic State group leader & why was he targeted by the US? Africa Issued on: 18/05/2026 - 15:57Modified: 18/05/2026 - 16:07
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