Mosul was one of the most diverse cities in the Middle East with Muslims, Christians and Jews living side by side.
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Mosul was one of the most diverse cities in the Middle East with Muslims, Christians and Jews living side by side.
As ISIL fighters rampage through the Syrian border town, scores of residents have fled to neighbouring Turkey.
Rival politicians signed a deal on Thursday to end violence, but many worry fighting could continue.
Life is slowly returning to normal in South Sudanese capital after deadly violence erupted last month.