Army thwarts ISWAP attack in Borno with coordinated response
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an assault by ISWAP terrorists in the Buratai area of Borno State. The attack took place in the early hours of June 19, 2026, targeting military locations at Dusten Kura and Chara road. According to Captain Mohammed Goni, the Army responded swiftly with both air and ground forces, forcing the attackers to retreat. The operation resulted in significant losses for the insurgents, with no casualties recorded among the troops.
What we know
- ISWAP terrorists attacked military positions in Buratai, Biu Local Government Area, on June 19, 2026.
- Troops, supported by intelligence, quickly detected and responded to the incursion.
- The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai provided surveillance and precision strikes, playing a decisive role.
- The joint counter-offensive inflicted heavy casualties on the attackers and forced them to flee.
- No Nigerian Army personnel were killed, while ISWAP suffered significant losses in both personnel and equipment.
