They have already decided to get beyond where they left off and move on to the substantive components of the peace treaty.

It will be interesting to see if they can tinker with their constitution and ideology to convince us and Europe they have changed their spots.

The situation in Iraq is sufficiently sober [that] I think this has given the Iranians a boost of confidence that they didn't have two years ago, ... They're not scared of us as they once were.

Bush cannot embark on a mission that fails. Given what happened to his father and the hype in this Administration, it would be the end.

The Indians got a really good deal. Their diplomats should be congratulated.

Anti-Americanism in the Muslim world is intense and pervasive.