Well, that’s what I have always thought but I will have to say that as I near the end of Shoebat’s and Richardson’s book I am more open to the possibility that the ultimate battle will be between Israel and islam (Sarah and Hagar).
As of now, I too see Islam playing a major role. Perhaps even the ultimate role, depending upon what remains after MB/DB is taken out early in the end time scenario I currently envision.
Realistically, given a time frame of 5 years or less, I see Islam as a partner with something like the UN or NATO in the final battle against Israel, and perhaps a Western Remanent of some form or other. I don't think there is time enough for Islam to become the "one world government", though it's well on its way to doing so.
If the US, China, and Russia engage in a major exchange of nuclear weapons (ref: MB destroyed in one hour) then Islam may indeed rise up to become the dominate one world government. I see Islam as uniquely positioned to do so. Contributing will be Indonesia, the world's largest Islamic nation - childhood home of Obama.
Many things are converging now - all pointing toward this period in time as the beginning of a new age, as prophesied - NOT the "end of the world" as so many mistakenly believe.