The Syrian army has retaken Deir al-Zour, the last major stronghold of ISIS in Syria, state TV reports. They had held most of the city since 2014. It was of strategic importance because of its proximity to the border with Iraq. They are now confined to just a few pockets in Deir al-Zour province.

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