BLANFORD Nicholas <br/><br/>
The war for hearts and minds 

 -  2006 
<br/><br/> Hizbullah and Iran are spreading their influence in the Middle East.  The war in Lebanon has driven Washington's influence to a new low.  Middle East are angry with the US for not supporting an immediate cease-fire or using leverage with Israel to prevent the destruction in Lebanon.  US could do more.  Siniora wants Bush to pressure Israel to lift a continuing air and sea blockade.