The Battle of Mosul

The Battle of Mosul, fought from October 2016 to July 2017, was a major military campaign to retake Mosul, Iraq’s second-largest city, from ISIS control. Iraqi government forces, backed by coalition allies including the U.S., faced intense urban combat against ISIS militants who had occupied the city since 2014. The battle involved clearing the city street by street, resulting in significant destruction and civilian displacement. Its successful conclusion marked a significant defeat for ISIS in Iraq, helping to restore government authority and reducing ISIS territorial control in the region.