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After seeing a Fox News segment on attacks against Christians in Nigeria, President Donald Trump erupted online, declaring the country a "Country of Particular Concern" and ordering the Pentagon to prepare options — even hinting at US troops or strikes. His posts triggered an abrupt weekend recall of AFRICOM staff and contingency planning, officials said, while also reigniting conservative campaigns to pressure the Nigerian government. Nigeria rejected the premise and experts noted the violence is more complex, with both Christians and Muslims targeted. Trump’s team cast the threats as strategic signaling to force a response.

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