I made a logical point about the possible reasons for shifts in public statements by Arab States (notably Saudi Arabia), I didn't actually express an opinion.

"Something is known, otherwise what is the basis for the above mentioned about face by some of Iraq's immediate neighbours."Teribus

I can think of several other possible explanations. When you are very strong and very rich and very forceful, the fact that people go along with your wishes does not necessarily mean they agree with you.

In other words, there are other possible explanations than the one Teribus suggested was the only one.