Also, he added that there will be military action, even if it will be necessary to help the Iraqi forces, which are fighting to protect civilians trapped in the mountains, after rebels progress. But Obama insisted that he would not send in ground troops, saying it had no intention United States to 'drag' back into Iraq.
"We do whatever is necessary to protect our people. We support our allies when they are in danger. When we have the ability to avoid a massacre, then I believe that the United States can not remain indifferent, "said President Obama.
During his remarks to reporters, Obama said the United States would support moderate forces that promise to stability in Iraq.
Earlier, the United States launched air humanitarian aid to thousands of people, who are sheltered in mountainous areas after receiving death threats from insurgents.
After taking control of the city Qaraqosh ISIS, which is the largest city of the Christians in Iraq, members of the Yazidi minority were forced to leave their homes and take refuge in the mountains.
Even the Security Council UN met to discuss the situation in northern Iraq.
"Members of the Security Council call on the international community to support the people and government of Iraq and attempt to help ease the suffering of people affected by the conflict," said UK Ambassador to the UN, Mark Lyall grant. Meanwhile the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said he was appalled by the current situation.
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