Obama considering more U.S. troops to train Iraqi forces

If approved, the plan will mark a deepening U.S. commitment to the nearly yearlong fight against the Sunni extremists, who have gained ground through military victories in recent weeks.

Obama has been weighing the escalation of U.S. involvement while traveling to Germany for a meeting with foreign leaders, including Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi.

However, the president has not yet made a decision, officials said.

Under the plan, American military personnel could set up at a new base in embattled Anbar province or deploy to four bases across Iraq where trainees are taught about tactical organization, logistics and intelligence to boost their ability to counter Islamic State fighters. Read more.