Nigerian Troops Ambush Terrorists, Rescue Hostages in Borno

Nigerian military forces have killed five terrorists and freed an unknown number of civilians in a targeted operation in Borno State. The rescue happened during a coordinated mission by Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK). Troops ambushed a known terrorist route near the Kondunga Local Government Area. Authorities say the operation was part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in Nigeria's northeast. The military has increased operations against armed groups in the region. No casualties were reported among the troops or the rescued civilians. The military has not released further details on the identities of those freed.