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Iraqi forces capture Mosul airport

February 23, 2017

In order to drive the "Islamic State" out of Mosul, Iraqi forces launched a major battle and took control of the city's airport. US-led coalition forces cooperated in the offensive. Mosul is considered the last stronghold of IS in Iraq.

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