The US has issued a direct warning over rising assaults on Christians in Nigeria.
U.S. Protection Secretary Pete Hegseth declared that Washington is ready to take navy motion in opposition to terrorists working within the nation, saying America is “prepared for motion.”
Hegseth made the remarks in response to former U.S. President Donald Trump, who raised alarm over non secular violence in Nigeria.
Trump had earlier warned that steady killings of Christians would appeal to worldwide penalties.
Reacting on X, Hegseth supported Trump and delivered a agency message.
He mentioned, “Sure sir. The killing of harmless Christians in Nigeria — and wherever — should finish instantly. The Division of Warfare is making ready for motion. Both the Nigerian Authorities protects Christians, or we’ll kill the Islamic terrorists who’re committing these horrible atrocities.”
Trump lately listed Nigeria as a “nation of specific concern.” He accused the Nigerian authorities of failing to safeguard non secular minorities and permitting faith-based assaults to proceed.
The Nigerian authorities has persistently rejected claims of focused persecution.
Officers insist that insecurity impacts residents of all beliefs and that the nation’s safety businesses are actively combating terrorism and banditry.