A push to retake Tikrit stalled as ISIS repositioned its forces around the city . Spokesman : Tikrit 's leader requested help because coalition has `` advanced '' capabilities . Leaders of predominantly Shiite militia fighting in area had resisted such intervention .
A push to retake Tikrit stalled as ISIS repositioned its forces around the city . Spokesman : Iraq 's leader requested help because coalition has `` advanced '' capabilities . Leaders of predominantly Shiite militia fighting in area had resisted such intervention .