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The Digest:

Troops have killed more than 30 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in a series of air strikes in the Lake Chad region of Borno State. According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication, the operation followed credible intelligence indicating heightened terrorist activity around Kaniram Island. Precision strikes targeted approximately 31 boats, disrupted logistics, and hit regrouping terrorists hiding under trees. Additional strikes at Sowolwolo killed nine more terrorists, with survivors fleeing in disarray.

Key Points:
  • The first strike disrupted the terrorists' hub and damaged several boats.
  • Follow-on strikes killed about eight terrorists trying to regroup.
  • A third strike killed about 15 terrorists hiding under trees.
  • Nine additional terrorists were killed in a separate strike at Sowolwolo.
  • The military said ISR missions and air strikes will continue alongside ground operations.
The military reaffirmed its commitment to air superiority and restoring peace in the north-east.

Sources: The Cable, The Nation