Obama to invite Putin to join coalition against Islamic State

At a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Barack Obama is to discuss the issue of Russia joining the coalition against the terrorist group Islamic State. 

"President Obama will urge President Putin to consider a constructive contribution to ongoing efforts against the terrorist organization Islamic State, which involves more than 60 countries,’’ RIA Novosti cites White House spokesman Josh Ernest.

According to him, the meeting of the Presidents will mark the beginning of the coordination of Russia and the United States in respect of the situation in Syria.