Sunday, March 8, 2015

Chad And Niger Have Launched A New Joint Offensive Against Boko Haram



Voice of America: Chad, Niger Launch Offensive Against Boko Haram

The armies of Chad and Niger have launched a joint offensive against the Nigeria-based Islamist group Boko Haram.

Military sources said Chadian and Nigerian forces began the offensive Sunday morning in Nigeria's northeastern Borno state.

The two nations join Cameroon and Nigerian in the fight against the group that recently pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group.

WNU Editor: The violence in Nigeria keeps on getting worse .... Over 50 killed in suicide blasts at northern Nigerian bus station, markets (CNN).

More News On Chad And Niger Joining Cameroon And Nigeria In their Offensive Against Boko Haram

Boko Haram conflict: Nigerian allies launch offensive -- BBC
Niger, Chad launch offensive against Boko Haram in Nigeria: Niger government -- AFP
Chad, Niger launch joint offensive against Boko Haram in Nigeria -- Reuters
A new offensive against Boko Haram -- The News
Niger, Chad troops fight Boko Haram -- News24
Niger, Chad Open New Front Against Boko Haram -- Sputnik
Nigeria Offensive Ongoing Despite Boko Haram IS Allegiance -- VOA

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