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The Digest:

Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), commonly known as Shi'ites, staged a protest in Kano on Saturday against potential U.S. military intervention in Nigeria. The demonstration featured dramatic symbolism, including dragging the American flag on the ground and displaying effigies of President Donald Trump.

Key Points:
  • Protesters marched through major roads in Kano city
  • Carried Nigerian flags and placards rejecting U.S. intervention
  • Dragged the U.S. flag on the ground as a sign of protest
  • Displayed effigies of President Donald Trump
  • Rejected claims of Christian persecution as justification for intervention
  • Accused the U.S. of seeking control over Nigeria's natural resources
  • Protesters responded to Trump's "guns-a-blazing" warning to protect Christians
As geopolitical tensions escalate, these street protests reflect growing public resistance to foreign intervention, a grassroots storm where national sovereignty confronts international power dynamics.

Sources: The Cable