Getting back to the fact that Arafat quoted the Koran =

Lets not forget that the Koran was written when tribal wars were fought throughout the world. One of the best advantages you could have in battle was to terrorize your enemy by your frightening image. Thats why many tribes used war paint. Weren't bagpipes and bugles used in much the same way? How about some of the outlandish headgear and other methods of creating fear.

Is Arafat's comment any different than when Bush called this a crusade?

Of course we're the enemy. What else do you call people who invade your land? Of course he has the right to urge all Arabs to be strong. What do you expect him to say, stand aside and let them rule the country according to Christian principles?

The arrogance of the western world is astounding.