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Iraqi forces took back Mosul but the UN warns of humantarian crisis continues

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A woman carries food in Mosul

A woman carries food in Mosul Source: AAP

Iraq's prime minister has officially declared victory in retaking the northern city of Mosul from IS three years after the militant group seized control.

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Iraq's prime minister has officially declared victory in retaking the northern city of Mosul from IS three years after the militant group seized control.

In a victory speech, Haider Al-Abadi said he is consigning IS to what he calls the "dustbin of history".

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