Glimmers

… of hope:

Former deputy secretary of state Richard Armitage has told an Australian newspaper that he believes the Iraqis will soon ask the US to leave their country. This would certainly moot the fatuous “cut and run” talk—but would this administration be smart enough to accept the invitation to depart?

… of sanity:

Hamas has reportedly recognized Israel’s right to exist and accepted the goal of a negotiated two-state solution. Formal agreement is expected in the coming days, but important differences remain to be settled regarding the formation of a national unity government.