Pentagon: fight for Western Mosul to be tough
The fight for Western Mosul is likely to be even tougher than the Eastern side, the task force's commanding general, Stephen Townsend, said. "There is still a long way to go before ISIL is completely …
Stephen Townsend
US does not intend to cooperate with Russia and Syria in fight against ISIL
The US State Department spokesperson John Kirby said that Washington and its allies do not intend to discuss any joint actions with the Syrian army or Russia for the battle of Raqqa. "There’s no …
War breakthrough: Mosul offensive starts
A 30,000-strong Iraqi and Kurdish force has launched its offensive against an estimated 3,000 to 4,500 ISIS militants in Mosul, Rudaw reports. The offensive to liberate Mosul from ISIL control has begun, Iraqi Prime Minister …