RT News - October 15, 2017 (12:00 MSK)

Another setback for Islamic State, as the Syrian army liberates the city of al-Mayadin - one of the terror group's last strongholds in the east of the country. Plus, as we review the week's biggest stories. The Syrian army continues to repel ISIL from Deir ez-Zor province. Our correspondent follows the troops as they free another village from the terrorists. Failed expectations and more uncertainty for Spain - as Catalonia's president gives ambiguous signals on the region's independence, and Madrid orders him to clarify whether he's actually proclaimed it or not. And, Donald Trump threatens to pull out of the Iran nuclear deal - angering European allies who insist Tehran is complying with the terms.