Inside the 3,000-year-old Assyrian city of Nimrud, destroyed by Isis
Once the capital of an empire stretching across the ancient Middle East, Nimrud was looted and ransacked by the militants.
Isis mortars and coalition air strikes bring death to Mosul civilians from land and sky
IBTimesUK reports from frontline where Islamic State open fire on residents as they flee but Iraqi artillery and air strikes 'have killed dozens'.
All-female Yazidi forces prepare for battle with Isis to avenge women who were 'burnt alive'
Many of the women have lost families in the fighting and some were taken as sex slaves.
Suicide bombers kill six attacking Shia shrine during pilgrimage to holy city of Karbala
One of six bombers detonated his suicide belt in a house after five others were shot dead by security forces.
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Iraqi army captures ancient city of Nimrud from Isis during Mosul offensive
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Two districts captured in Mosul among 'intense' fighting and suicide bombings
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UN reveals Islamic State hanged 40 people in Mosul and used chemical weapons
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Iraqi forces torture and execute villagers accused of supporting the Islamic State
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Mass grave containing 100 beheaded bodies found near Isis-held Mosul, says Iraqi Army
A forensics team from Baghdad will investigate the bodies after the discovery near Hammam al-Alil.
Kurdish and Arab forces start 'Euphrates Rage' campaign to retake Isis stronghold Raqqa
Tensions are high as Arab and Kurdish military forces don't want Turkey to interfere in the campaign.
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.
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.
Iraqi special forces close to entering Mosul's Isis-held eastern outskirts
The troops are about 3km away as they advance under heavy fire.
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.
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.
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.
Iraqi Special Forces evacuate 1,000 civilians from front lines of battle against Isis in Mosul
Elite Iraqi forces are clearing areas retaken from Isis since the beginning of Mosul offensive
Isis executed dozens of former police in Mosul and used civilians as shields as Iraqi army approached
Isis fighters distrust civilians with armed training as they attempt to crush any possible resistance.
Amnesty International accuses US-led coalition forces of killing civilians in Syria
An investigation carried out by the group suggests coalition forces failed to protect civilians.
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.
Islamic State says militants on 'killing spree' were responsible for deadly Quetta terror attacks
Isis has said its suicide bombers used assault rifles and grenades over the course of a four-hour assault.
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.
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.
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.
More Iraqi Christian towns liberated from Islamic State control
Iraqi forces scour derelict buildings for Isis fighters still hiding out in the towns.
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.
Mosul Calling: The rebel radio station that Isis cannot silence
Defiant Alghad Radio connects the people trapped inside Mosul with the outside world.
Isis-linked pirates attack South Korean ship and abduct crew
Ten gunmen from the group boarded the ship, kidnapping its captain and one crew member.
Latest dramatic photos of the battle to retake Mosul from Isis
Fighting is concentrated on a cluster of uninhabited towns and villages littered with roadside bombs planted by Daesh.
Mosul offensive could see jihadists returning to Europe, warns EU security chief
Julian King says EU must secure border against returning Isis fighters.
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