US withdraws troops from Nigeria after Islamic State mission
The United States has withdrawn most of the 200 troops deployed to Nigeria earlier this year following a successful mission against Islamic State leadership. Despite the withdrawal, both nations confirmed that intelligence-sharing efforts will continue.
Why it matters
The move reflects the shifting nature of US counter-terrorism support in West Africa and the ongoing security challenges in the Lake Chad Basin.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Makuochi Okafor West Africa reporter, Lagos NurPhoto via Getty Images The US said the operation had "significantly degraded" IS leadership in Nigeria The United States has withdrawn most of the troops it deployed in Nigeria earlier this year in an effort to help fight Islamist militant groups.
The report balances US military claims of success with the reality of ongoing jihadist violence and includes perspectives from both the US and Nigerian governments.
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