Islamic State crisis: Kerry to lead talks in Paris

French President Francois Hollande said the beheading of a British aid worker showed the world must act against IS.About 40 countries, including 10 Arab states, have signed up to a coalition to help fight IS in Iraq and Syria.Several Arab countries have offered to take part in air strikes on IS fighters in Iraq, US officials say.Mr Kerry says he is "extremely encouraged" by promises of military assistance to tackle the militant group.He spoke after a whirlwind tour of the Middle East to try to drum up support for a plan of action unveiled by US President Barack Obama last week.Analysis: Barbara Plett, BBC NewsMr Kerry has declared his coalition-building efforts in the Middle East a success, saying he won "full-throated" support from Sunni governments in the region for America's campaign against Islamic State militants who've taken over one third of Syria and Iraq.But few specifics have been presented to flesh out this upbeat assessment in the scramble to craft a coherent plan from contributions offered by at least 40 countries worldwide in time for the UN General Assembly next week.The cornerstone of the trip was a communique signed in Jeddah by 10 Sunni Arab governments agreeing to "do their share" in the comprehensive fight against Islamic State, including participation in a coordinated military campaign.The military details, at least, seem to be falling into place.(BBC)Bakudaily.Az