By David Martosko, Us Political Editor for MailOnline Obama is quietly forming a coalition to support airstrikes on ISIS in Syria after the execution of US journalist James Foley, according to a report on Wednesday. Obama said Tuesday in Charlotte, North Carolina that his Defense and State Departments are 'urging countries in the region and building an international coalition, including our closest allies, to support Iraqis as they take the fight to these barbaric terrorists.' He did not specifically mention recruiting partners for bombing raids over Syrian air space. But The New York Times reported hours later, citing unnamed sources, that the U.S. was engaged in a 'diplomatic campaign to enlist allies and neighbors in the region to increase their support for Syria’s moderate opposition and, in some cases, to provide support for possible American military operations.'
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New York Times report suggests Obama won't go it alone if he attacks ISIS inside Syria's borders
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ISIS oppression of Shi'ite Turkmen group in Iraq could be a rationale for striking the terror group as it attacks Turkmen in Syria
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Britain, Australia and Turkey are mentioned as  allies who might 'support' the White House, but Obama has no confirmed takers
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There are no direct indications that 'coalition' partners would actually engage ISIS from the air along with Americans
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The US government also won't confirm that any nation has agreed to back the White House if Obama pursues ISIS into Syria
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