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The Iraqi offensive is winning back parts of the city amid fierce fighting

Iraqi forces are reporting progress in their battle to defeat ISIS fighters in the key city of Ramadi. ISIS has been in control of Ramadi, west of Baghdad, since May. The Iraqi offensive is winning back parts of the city amid fierce fighting, and the government says it will regain control within days. Former CIA deputy director and CBS News senior security contributor Michael Morell joins “CBS This Morning" to discuss the significance of this setback for ISIS.

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CBS News national security analyst Juan Zarate joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the status of the fight against ISIS

Vice President Joe Biden says the U.S. will stand with Iraq in its fight against ISIS. He telephoned Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi Monday, praising Iraqi forces for their "sacrifice and bravery." On Sunday, Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said the Iraqi troops showed "no will to fight." CBS News national security analyst Juan Zarate joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the status of the fight against ISIS.

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