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Now playing Next Iraq Amal Clooney describes UN investigation into ISIL war crimes as step in the right direction The human rights lawyer said the vote at the United Nations General Assembly represents an opportunity for victims of the militant group to "finally get their day in court". 22/09/2017
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Now playing Next Iraq Iraqi troops 'on the verge' of retaking Tal Afar from IS militants The quick collapse of Islamic State in Tal Afar confirms Iraqi military reports that the militants lack command and control structures in the areas west of Mosul 26/08/2017
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