[Mi-kha-el]

This is a good analysis. But I would not agree that Israel is not showing support. But consider Israel's situaltion. She has lost so much blood over recently, both figuratively and literally and keeps on loosing it. The economy has been down the drains with all the terrosism, boycots by governments, churhes and universities. The country is jumping on every opportunity to earn an extra buck. However, if push comes to shove, she will never geopardize its relationship with the US. But, please, give the country a break. It's been cornered and is just trying to survive.

[Realism]

I wonder how Israel would feel if a couple Patriot or Arrow systems appeared in Syria or Lebanon. Ahhhh, but that would be different, right.

[Mind-numbed Robot]

I am a big admirer of Israel, especially their willingness to do what is best for them. I wish the U.S. were more that way. Still, I think sometimes they bite the hand that feeds them and show little appreciation for the sacrifices the U.S. has made for them since their beginning.