This is in response to the report “Experts in civil war,” in Saudi Gazette (Aug. 16). I think that Khalaf has written an excellent, objective, honest article. If others showed the same kind of perspective, perhaps brighter days may lie ahead for the Arab world. Notwithstanding, don't lose heart! We had intractable civil strife here in Ireland for approximately 40 blood-stained years before everyone eventually saw sense. InshAllah it will happen for the diverse members of the Arab world! Noel Farry, Online response