Iraq

Conflict

Isis head Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi 'sends audio message' urging no retreat in Mosul

If confirmed, it would his first communication since 2015.

Nov 3, 2016

By Brendan Cole

Isis Mosul

Conflict

Iraqi forces fly Iraqi flag as they enter Mosul for the first time in two years

The army took control of the eastern neighbourhood of Gogjali, about 8km from the city centre.

Nov 1, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

Mosul Isis ISIL Islamic State

Conflict

Japanese journalist with links to Isis detained by Kurdish forces near Mosul

The veteran war reporter is notorious for his friendly relationship with Islamist groups.

Nov 1, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

Mosul Japan Isis ISIL Islamic State

Conflict

Iraqi special forces close to entering Mosul's Isis-held eastern outskirts

The troops are about 3km away as they advance under heavy fire.

Oct 31, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

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Conflict

Battle for Mosul 'will not be a picnic' says Shia leader

The involvement of Shia militias has shifted the focus of the battle.

Oct 30, 2016

By Matt Thomas

Isis Syria

Conflict

Iraq: Iran-backed Shia militias launch offensive near Mosul, vows not to enter Sunni region

The offensive against Isis is in the town of Tal Afar, which was once a Shia majority region before it was captured by militants in 2014.

Oct 29, 2016

By Nandini Krishnamoorthy

Mosul Islamic State Isis

Conflict

Isis kills 232 people and abducts 8,000 families to uses as 'human shields' near Mosul

The UN say that families are being brought into Mosul to be used as human shields.

Oct 28, 2016

By William Watkinson

Mosul Islamic State

Conflict

Mosul front: Isis infiltrators sneak behind Iraqi lines as civilians flee jihadi stronghold

Both Iraqi and Kurdish forces have been criticised for their heavy-handed treatment of suspects.

Oct 28, 2016

By Campbell MacDiarmid

Mosul Isis ISIL

Conflict

US general claims up to 900 Isis fighters have been killed in offensive to retake Mosul

General Joseph Votel says Isis still has a heavy presence around Iraq's second city.

Oct 28, 2016

By Mark Piggott

Isis ISIL Mosul Syria

Conflict

Inside Islamic State tunnels: Iraqi forces examine secret Isis escape routes

The tunnels were found in the villages of Bartella and Bazaia, roughly four miles east of Mosul.

Oct 27, 2016

By Alex Wheeler

Islamic State Isis Mosul Conflict Pictures

Conflict

US-led coalition plans assault on Raqqa to leave Isis with nowhere to go

The operations to retake the Isis-controlled city will begin while the Islamists are under attack in Mosul.

Oct 27, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

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Conflict

Children, women and the disabled among Isis' victims as Mosul fighting continues

The UN human rights staff received reports of extrajudicial killings and summary executions in the Mosul area.

Oct 25, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

Isis ISIL Islamic State

Conflict

Islamic State captures half of Iraqi town of Rutba as distraction from Mosul losses

A US military spokesman said the fighting is ongoing as Iraqi forces send reinforcements.

Oct 25, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

Isis Islamic State ISIL

Conflict

US denies coalition involvement in airstrike on Iraqi mosque that killed 17

Human Rights Watch calls for an investigation to identify those responsible for the strike.

Oct 24, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

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Conflict

Iraqi troops in Mosul 'took tents and water from refugees they pledged to liberate'

One refugee claimed families were thrown out of their tents while they were still in them.

Oct 23, 2016

By Tareq Haddad

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Conflict

Islamic State militants enter western Iraqi town of Rutba in counter-offensive

Daesh militants launched a second counter-offensive since operation to recapture Mosul began.

Oct 23, 2016

By William Watkinson

Isis Mosul Islamic State

Conflict

Battle for Mosul: Chemical plant torched by Isis leaves many injured from 'toxic smoke'

US soldiers are wearing masks to protect against sulphur fumes.

Oct 22, 2016

By Jen Offord

Mosul Islamic State

Conflict

Inside Mosul: Civilians hope for liberation and prepare for resistance

The Arabic 'meem' symbol spray-painted on Mosul's walls is the most visible sign of resistance to Isis rule.

Oct 22, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

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Conflict

Civilians hang jihadist from lamppost as deadly Isis counter-offensive shocks Kirkuk

Isis militants stormed the city at dawn today, killing at least 19 people in a bid to divert attacks on Mosul.

Oct 21, 2016

By William Watkinson

Islamic State

Conflict

Mosul Calling: The rebel radio station that Isis cannot silence

Defiant Alghad Radio connects the people trapped inside Mosul with the outside world.

Oct 21, 2016

By Sofia Lotto Persio

Isis ISIL Mosul Islamic State