While attacking all of the above works for me, it is actually our media speculating and attempting to second-guess our Commander-In-Chief, that has such reports flying.
Islamists choose not to comprehend that their countries will not be bombed if they cooperate in ridding their nations of the terrorist cells that threaten our nation (and many others). The Phillipines is a perfect example. Unable, but desiring to get rid of their terrorists, they are allowing US troops to train their own soldiers so that they do the job themselves.
As for the statement that Arafat is a man of peace -- that should have had a major barf alert!!