Since The Days Of Peter The Great,

The Radical Elements In Islam Are Very Dangerous. They Want To Achieve A Return To The Islamic Purity Of The Middle Ages.

The Iraqi Elections Were An Important First Step.

We Have Never Recognized That Iran Lives In A Dangerous Neighborhood. And It's Not Surprising That They Want Some Protection. We Have Not Been Forthcoming About Explaining A Security Relationship For The Region, In Which Iran Can Feel Secure And Thus Maybe Willing To Do Something.

First Of All, I Think The Saudis Are Deeply Concerned About The Collapse Of Negotiations Between The Israelis And The Palestinians And The Resumption Of Conflict.

Saddam's Ouster Will Not Necessarily Lead To The Same Result, Since Iraq Lacks Democratic Traditions. Democracy Doesn't Just Consist Of Holding Elections.