LAGOS, Nigeria — A joint operation by the United States and Nigeria against Islamic State group fighters has killed 175 over the past few days , Nigeria’s military said Tuesday, while the head of the U.S. Africa Command said it showed the capabilities its forces could bring in Africa, home to the “epicenter of global terrorism.” The U.S. sent troops to Nigeria in February in what was deemed a mostly advisory and training role, but the joint operation signals more active involvement. The U.S.

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