Video confirms killing of terrorists in Sokoto US strikes

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Many terrorists were killed, while their hideouts and vehicles were destroyed during United States airstrikes carried out in Sokoto State on December 25, footage sighted by Sunday PUNCH has revealed.

The footage of the operation, which is yet to be declassified by the military but was sighted by our correspondent on Saturday, showed three separate strikes conducted on terrorist hideouts between December 24 and 25, 2025.

A secondary explosion was observed shortly after the first strike, suggesting the presence of explosive materials at the location.

The video also captured movements of suspected terrorists fleeing the area following the initial bombardment.

The fleeing elements were subsequently engaged, while several vehicles were seen destroyed during the operation.

However, the exact number of terrorists killed or vehicles destroyed could not be independently ascertained from the footage alone.

Military sources said a comprehensive battle damage assessment was required to determine the full impact of the strikes. Punch