Well, it is worth noting that Bush's policy on the Israel-Palestine issue was, for years, "Let them sort it out. It's not our problem to solve." Contrast that with the Immediate Threat of Iraq . . . .
One thing is clear. He has received and acted on some of the worst geo-political advice ever offered a modern U.S. President.
And who ended up stronger than ever?
Iran.
And NOW he's concerned? (Is there a shaking-of-the-head-in-amazement icon?)