Jihadist militants attack worshippers in Nigeria, leaving scores dead and kidnapped

According to a report by the Times of Israel, jihadist militants carried out a violent attack on a village in central Nigeria, killing dozens of residents and kidnapping many others. The assault occurred while local villagers were gathered for Friday prayers. Precise details regarding the incident and the specific identity of the militant groups remain unconfirmed. Nigerian local authorities and security forces have yet to provide a final, official death toll. This region has frequently been the target of armed groups in recent years, with attacks often motivated by extortion, kidnapping for ransom, and the broader goal of destabilizing the area.