Saudi Arabia has announced the formation of a 34-state Islamic military coalition to combat terrorism. Included in the alliance are a list of Arab, Gulf and African states, as well as Pakistan and Malaysia. And, according to the SPA state news agency, more than 10 other countries also expressed support.
Saudi's Defense Minister Mohammed bin Salman said the coalition would tackle "the Islamic world's problem with terrorism and be a partner in the worldwide fight against the scourge". He added that it would confront not only ISIL but "any terrorist organization that appears in front of us."