Acceptance of the charter won't open any magic doors, but it would demonstrate that the government won't be moved by violence. If it fails, it will be a setback.

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The timing was linked more to the trouble the U.S. administration is having with the domestic impact of high oil prices and the situation in Iraq rather than a deterioration of ties between Washington and the Arab World.

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I'd be surprised if Iran retaliates now.

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