<p>Following a large-scale aerial bombardment of Mosul’s Old City on May 24</a>, Iraqi Federal Police launched ground operations along Bab al-Tub Street on May 25, capturing several strategic buildings from Islamic State militants.</p><p>Unconfirmed reports from IS-affiliated Amaq News claim</a> at least four Iraqi soldiers were killed by IS snipers in military operations.</p><p>In March 2017, Iraqi forces evacuated hundreds of civilians living along Bab al-Tub Street</a>, as fighting with nearby Islamic State militants escalated around the popular Al-Arbea’a Market.</p><p>Mosul’s Old City and its environs remain the last bastion of IS-held territory inside the city. Iraqi forces have struggled to gain additional territory for several months</a>.</p><br />
