The Battle For The Iraqi City Of Mosul -- News Updates January 6, 2017

BBC: Mosul battle: Iraqi troops 'take key district' from IS

Iraqi forces have made fresh progress in the battle against so-called Islamic State (IS) in Mosul, reportedly taking a key district in the city's east.

Elite troops captured al-Muthana following night-time fighting, an army spokesman said, putting them in a position to take higher ground nearby.

It comes days after Iraqi forces began the second phase of a push to conquer the last major IS stronghold in Iraq.

About two-thirds of east Mosul has been retaken since October, officials say.

The army said its troops had raised the national flag after capturing al-Muthana.

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The Battle For The Iraqi City Of Mosul -- News Updates January 6, 2017

In renewed push, Iraqi forces enter Mosul

from north for first time -- Reuters
Iraqi troops enter Mosul from the north -- Euronews
Iraqi forces surround Mosul's Muthana district in surprise attack -- UPI
Iraqi forces cross the Khosr River in east Mosul -- RUDAW
Coalition says three-axes advance making progress in east Mosul -- IHS Jane's 360
Iraqi general says 70 percent of east Mosul retaken from Islamic State -- Reuters
Pentagon says US military 'advisers' are fighting inside Mosul -- Business Insider
Islamic State 'has stopped paying the salaries of its fighters in Mosul' just as they face the fiercest part of the battle for the city -- Daily Mail
Terrifying drone video shows devastating effects of ISIS car bombings in Mosul -- Daily Mail
To cross the front lines in the battle for Mosul, you just hail a cab -- Los Angeles Times
For Mosul displaced, shelter is often just down the road -- AFP
Braving rubble, no services, security risks, some Mosul families return home -- RUDAW