MOSUL (AP) – The Latest on developments in Iraq (all times local):
2:05 p.m.
An Iraqi officer says a “major” Islamic State group counterattack is taking place along the northern edge of Mosul’s Old City.
The attack has pushed Iraqi Army forces back some 75 meters (82 yards) and is threatening recent gains in other Old City fronts, he says.
The officer said the attack was launched just after noon Friday and estimated it was carried out by 50 to 100 IS fighters.