targeting isis fighters from above. but many inity army are unable and unwilling in some cases to stop the militants. a u.s. defense official tells cnn there are problems with morale, leadership, training and equipment. all the more reason for iraq to begin forming a new government by a july 1st deadline. >> it will allow iraqi security forces to confront more effectively. >> kerry who met with al-maliki also made it clear that a new government is a requirement for american assistance. >> the support will be intense. sustained and if iraq's leaders take the necessary steps to bring the country together, it will be effective. he also said strikes could come at any time. >> make no mistake, the president moved assets into place.