"Our commanders need the application of the full power of the United States to bear upon the fight in Iraq.  We need a focused and determined Diplomatic Surge within Iraq — and without.  Every interested player –- and that includes all border countries, Israel and Egypt –- needs a seat at the table.  Interests need to be identified and let the negotiations begin.  Not unlike the Egyptian/Israeli accord or Dayton.  

"This is hard diplomatic work, and is apparently beyond our current Secretary of State’s intent or capability.  The recent example of Turkey’s attack into Iraq is the most recent indicator of our failure to work a competent diplomatic program.  A fully engaged diplomatic effort would address internal tensions that bedevil the Al Maliki government and foster competent internal government."

http://ac360.blogs.cnn.com/2008/04/11/in-iraq-where-is-the-cavalry/#comment-109832