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The U.S. launched airstrikes against Islamic State‑linked militants in northwest Nigeria after weeks of warnings from President Trump about extremist attacks—particularly those he said targeted innocent Christians. The operation was carried out with Nigeria’s cooperation, using shared intelligence to hit hostile forces and curb rising violence.
Poland’s air force scrambled fighter jets to intercept and escort a Russian reconnaissance plane flying close to its airspace over the Baltic Sea. Radar also picked up several objects from Belarus, likely smuggling balloons, prompting temporary airspace closures as authorities kept watch during the holiday period.
China has strongly rejected a U.S. defense report that it says distorts its military intentions and seeks to widen gaps with India to support American strategic interests. Beijing insists its India policy is grounded in long-term strategic cooperation and rejects outside interference while offering to strengthen communication and mutual trust.
The United States has carried out a precision strike against Islamic State-linked militants operating in northwest Nigeria. The move highlights growing concerns over extremist activity in the region and underscores Washington’s continued counterterrorism efforts alongside local forces to curb militant expansion and protect regional stability.
China has accused the United States of interfering in warming ties between Beijing and New Delhi. Officials claimed Washington is misrepresenting China’s defence approach to create friction, stressing that China-India relations should progress independently without outside influence or strategic pressure.
