Boko haram latest news today
Here are the latest news updates on Boko Haram:
Recent Attacks:
- On February 18, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked a village in Borno State, Nigeria, killing at least 10 people and injuring several others. (Source: Reuters)
- On February 15, 2023, the group attacked a military base in Yobe State, Nigeria, killing at least 5 soldiers and injuring several others. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Kidnappings and Abductions:
- On February 20, 2023, Boko Haram militants kidnapped at least 30 people, including women and children, from a village in Borno State, Nigeria. (Source: BBC News)
- On February 17, 2023, the group abducted a Catholic priest and several parishioners from a church in Adamawa State, Nigeria. (Source: Vanguard News)
Military Operations:
- On February 22, 2023, the Nigerian military launched a fresh operation against Boko Haram militants in the Sambisa Forest, a known stronghold of the group. (Source: Premium Times)
- On February 19, 2023, the Nigerian Air Force launched airstrikes against Boko Haram targets in the Lake Chad region, killing several militants. (Source: Daily Trust)
International Response:
- On February 21, 2023, the United States announced a new package of military aid to Nigeria to help combat Boko Haram. (Source: CNN)
- On February 18, 2023, the European Union pledged an additional €10 million to support the Nigerian government's efforts to counter Boko Haram. (Source: EU News)
Humanitarian Crisis:
- On February 20, 2023, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warned that the humanitarian crisis in the Lake Chad region, caused by Boko Haram's activities, is worsening. (Source: UN News)
- On February 17, 2023, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) called for increased support to help victims of Boko Haram's violence. (Source: ICRC News)
Please note that the situation on the ground is constantly evolving, and these updates may not reflect the most recent information.