In Baghdad, many say they welcome the conference, which is currently underway in Paris, addressing the threat from Islamic State militants.

(SOUNDBITE) (Arabic) Baghdad Resident, Television Director, Hussein Al Jarrah saying:

"We, the Iraqi people, see this conference as a step in the right direction and a clear and definite shout out against the terrorists with their different colours and backgrounds and ways.''

(SOUNDBITE) (Arabic) Baghdad Resident, Amer Shummari, saying:

''I hope that this international gathering will be supportive of strikes against IS and get rid of them. I hope there is real cooperation between the government and the security forces with this alliance and its results positive, God willing. And I really hope that they form this alliance as soon as possible.''

Others question the costs involved in possible air strikes.

(SOUNDBITE) (Arabic) Baghdad Resident, Husam Mounaf, saying:

''Are the costs of this operation to be carr