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Violence in Mosul

Conflict & Justice

Americans and Iraqis have succeeded in defeating militants in many parts of Iraq. But violence is rising in parts of the country such as the northern city of Mosul. The BBC’s Hugh Sykes is in Baghdad.

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Trouble in Mosul

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