I think you all have it wrong. This is just a big show for the local Arab/Muslim consumption. We know that the only state in the middle east that is truely sided with America is Israel. The President's plan is to have everyone in our camp (including the Arab/Muslim nations AND Israel) against the terrorists. The President talks sweet to the Arab/Muslim nations and tough to Israel. Then the Arab/Muslim nations side with the US. We already know that Israel is our friend. So we got 'em all in the camp! Game, set, match. Checkmate, Mr. Bin Laden. The game is over!