Iraqi forces begin Ramadi offensive

Iraqi forces have started a counter offensive to try to get back control of the city of Ramadi.

Iraqi forces have started a counter offensive to try to get back control of the city of Ramadi.

Islamic State seized the city earlier this week.

Meanwhile, a senior Iraqi army commander says IS fighters now pose a real threat to Baghdad, which is just 70 miles away.

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