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880130 what we know about how islamic state leader mainok was killed in nigeria

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- Abubakar Mainok, a senior Islamic State commander, was killed in a joint Nigerian-US operation in Metele, Borno State.
- The operation was intelligence-driven and involved coordinated ground and aerial assaults.
- Mainok had previously been declared dead in 2024, later attributed to mistaken identity.
- The operation targeted ISWAP commanders and logistical hubs.
- Increased counterterrorism cooperation between Nigeria and the US was highlighted.