Well haven't read the whole thread but I would not over complacate the situation. The hole world now know that if you attack the US we will overthrow / destroy anyone who remotely looks responsible and maybe use it as an excuse to settle some old scores for the (*)(*)(*)(*)s and grins of it.

This is a very good thing.
Why do you think Osama and Alquida have not struck the US again - How hard is that. Its because the Pakistanis have told him look sport we don't need the trouble and these GeenGos have a lot more money and weapons than you. Its Simple
It simply boils down to the Really BIG STICK theory