The so-called Islamic State’s brutal rule over the Iraqi city of Mosul is all but over.

Islamic State strikes back with female suicide bombers as Iraqi forces advance in Mosul https://t.co/rZ3HGH18Pmpic.twitter.com/HwwZm0f9lu

— Los Angeles Times (@latimes) July 3, 2017

The destruction of the al-Nuri mosque marked an end to ISIL as the power in the city and there is no way back for the group.

Iraq declares end of ISIS caliphate after capture of Mosul mosque https://t.co/bvTTworDD4pic.twitter.com/q63×3gB4Cw

— Pamela Geller (@PamelaGeller) July 3, 2017

Mosul, the city, seeks reconstruction. The people need tender loving care.