Iraqi army advances on western Mosul as thousands of civilians flee

Iraqi army advances on western Mosul as thousands of civilians flee

Iraqi forces are advancing into western Mosul. The built-up areas are the last stronghold of Isis in the country. Narrow streets make it impossible to advance with armoured vehicles. US-backed Iraqi forces successfully captured Mosul’s airport earlier this week. About 1,000 civilians have been displaced in the latest round of fighting. Losing control over Mosul would be a substantial blow for Isis. Feb 26, 2017
Iraqi army advances on western Mosul as thousands of civilians flee

Iraqi army advances on western Mosul as thousands of civilians flee

Iraqi forces are advancing into western Mosul. The built-up areas are the last stronghold of Isis in the country. Narrow streets make it impossible to advance with armoured vehicles. US-backed Iraqi forces successfully captured Mosul’s airport earlier this week. About 1,000 civilians have been displaced in the latest round of fighting. Losing control over Mosul would be a substantial blow for Isis. Feb 26, 2017
Syrian Army air strikes target rebel-held Homs area following suicide bomb attacks

Syrian Army air strikes target rebel-held Homs area following suicide bomb attacks

Up to six suicide bombs near the Syrian state security service and the military intelligence building in Homs killed at least 32 people and injuring many more. The Syrian army reacted with air strikes on the rebel-held Al-Waer neighbourhood of Homs. Al-Waer is the last rebel-held area in the city and is currently under siege. Feb 25, 2017