Moreover, they will feel free to criticize the Palestinians in terms of the outcome. In contrast to past regional history, the moderates are in command and give no veto power to the radical states. Iraq still remains outside the Arab consensus 10 years after the Kuwait war. The militants cannot even get Arab summit resolutions worded the way they want any more. This is a moderating factor in the region.
Arab states are more focused on economic development than on revolution or foreign adventures.
This goal, in turn, requires good relations with the West and the avoidance of war and instability. Syria is an example of this regional phenomenon. It is not the case that the Arab world is eager to make formal peace with Israel. It is certainly not the case that every Arab newspaper, leader, or speaker will express acceptance of Israel and help create a regional climate supportive of peace. But the harsh rhetoric, while significant and corrosive, is ultimately less important than the actions taken by Arab governments.