Iraqi forces, supported by a US-led coalition, regained control of a military base and the airport in southern Mosul amid intense battles with ISIS extremists. Special forces faced sniper resistance while advancing in a southwestern town. The operation aims to expel ISIS from western Mosul, the last major urban stronghold in Iraq, which fell to ISIS in 2014. Mosul is Iraq's second most important city.

What was the primary objective of the Iraqi forces supported by the US-led coalition in southern Mosul?

• To evacuate civilians

• To negotiate with ISIS

• To control a military base and the airport

• To establish a new military base

What challenge did the special forces face in the southwestern town of Mosul?

• Communication breakdown

• Lack of ammunition

• Poor weather conditions

• Terrorist snipers delaying the offensive

What was the main goal of the operation that began earlier in the week?

• To negotiate peace with ISIS

• To secure oil fields

• To expel ISIS from western Mosul

• To capture the eastern part of Mosul

Why is Mosul considered significant in the context of ISIS's presence in Iraq?

• It is the capital city of Iraq

• It is the largest city in Iraq

• It was the first city captured by ISIS

• It was the last major urban stronghold of ISIS in Iraq

When did Mosul fall into the hands of ISIS?

• In the summer of 2015

• In the winter of 2014

• In the summer of 2014

• In the spring of 2013