"...But we have no opinion on the Arab-Arab conflicts, like your border disagreement with Kuwait..."
That is VERY strong wording in diplomatic circles, where 'cautious optimism' is a bombshell phrase. April Glaspie told Hussein it would be OK to invade.
And now you're about to go to a crematorium. Get up to speed.
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