Iraq Says Forces Are 'Tens of Meters' From Retaking Mosul

Iraq Proclaims Mosul Liberated

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Mosul, Iraq (AP) -- Iraqi commanders said Saturday their forces are "tens of meters" away from defeating the Islamic State group in Mosul, a day after a major counterattack by the militants.

The Joint Operations Command "our units are still continuing to advance... Not much is left before our forces reach the river."