Alleged Christian Genocide: Russia Reacts to US President Trump's Threats on Nigeria
- The Russia government said it is closely watching reports that the United States military might invade Nigeria over alleged Christian genocide
- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova, called on the US to respect international law amid alleged military action in Nigeria
- Legit.ng reported that US president Donald Trump had declared Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern
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Russia, Moscow - The Vladimir Putin-led Russia government said it is monitoring the situation in Nigeria after United States President Donald Trump threatened to invade the West African country.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova, urged the United States government to respect international laws.
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Trump had directed the Pentagon to draw up possible military action in order to “protect Christian communities” in Nigeria.
The American president had declared Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern over alleged Christian genocide in the northern part of the West African country
As reported by TRT World, Zakharova stated this during a weekly press briefing in Moscow on Friday, November 7, 2025.
While responding to a question about the situation in Nigeria, she said:
“We are closely monitoring this issue and call on all parties involved to strictly comply with international legal norms.”
Legit.ng earlier reported that the People's Republic of China issued a firm warning against foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs amid Trump's invasion threat.
Beijing reaffirmed its strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and Nigeria’s development path.
Tinubu makes strong vow as US military action
Recall that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said his administration "will spare no effort and leave no stone unturned in our mission to eliminate criminals from our society".
The Nigerian leader stated that his government has made significant progress in the past two years, "and we will decisively eliminate this threat".
Tinubu's assurance came as US president Donald Trump threatened to launch a “guns-a-blazing” US military intervention in Nigeria over alleged Christian persecution.
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US: Gumi alleges plot to assassinate Tinubu
Legit.ng earlier reported that Sheikh Ahmad Gumi urged President Tinubu to stand firm amid United States president Trump's threat of military action against Nigeria.
In a video interview seen by Legit.ng, Sheikh Gumi condemned Trump’s military action threat as an insult to Nigeria’s sovereignty.
Sheikh Gumi alleged that the US might be planning to attack the Aso Rock Presidential Villa to eliminate President Bola Tinubu and other top government officials.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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