Mosul offensive: fighting ISIS, front line in Iraq

French cameraman Olivier Sarbil spent 6 weeks joining an elite special forces unit in Iraq in June 2014, two days after he fell to the Islamic State in a bid to restore Mosul. More exclusive subscriptions: .

Iraq’s prime minister said his forces, backed by the coalition’s electric forces, have controlled the entire eastern part of Mosul. But fierce fighting continues as Iraqi soldiers continue their push.

This film was shot and directed by Olivier Sarbil. Produced and directed by Teresa Smith, edited by Agnieszka Liggett and edited by Andy Davies. Translation by Nazar Alrawi.

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